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In the TV footage, it was seen that black smoke and flames were rising from the scene. The rescue team immediately reached the spot and the injured were admitted to six hospitals nearby.
Delhi: The second T20 match between Bangladesh and Pakistan on Tuesday, July 22 will be played at Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur. In this match, Bangladeshi players will pay tribute to the victims of the plane crash by tying black straps.
Army aircraft fell on school in Dhaka
On Monday, a training jet (China-made F-7) of Bangladesh Air Force crashed on the Milestone School and College building located in Uttara area of Dhaka. Class was going on in school at the time of the accident. At least 20 people died in this accident, while more than 171 people were injured.
The horrific scene shown at the scene
In the TV footage, it was seen that black smoke and flames were rising from the scene. The rescue team immediately reached the spot and the injured were admitted to six hospitals nearby.
Army extends help to help
Eyewitnesses said that due to lack of ambulances, army personnel themselves picked up the injured and were transported to the hospital with the help of rickshaw vans and whatever vehicles were available.
BCB announces national mourning
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has expressed deep condolences to this tragic accident. BCB has announced that the national flag will be half-tilted on all cricket grounds including Sher-e-Bangla Stadium. One minute silence will be kept before the match starts and no music will be played during the entire match.
Cricket family united in this hour of grief
The players and match officials will all wearing black bandage. Through this step, they will express respect to those who lost their lives in this accident. Also, a prayer meeting will also be held before the match.
BCB expressed deep grief
BCB said in a statement – “The Bangladesh Cricket Board expresses deep grief over this tragic accident at Milestone School and College. We are standing with the affected families and all the affected people. I pray to God to give everyone the power to overcome this grief.”
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