Dhaka, Dec 26 (V7N)- A fire broke out in the under-construction section of Khaddar Bazar Market at Gulistan Zero Point in the capital on Friday evening.

According to the media wing of the Fire Service, the incident occurred at around 5:27 pm, and nine fire service units have been deployed to control the blaze.

Firefighters from Siddiq Bazar Fire Service Station reached the site at 5:33 pm after receiving the alert.

So far, no casualties or major damage have been reported. Firefighting operations are ongoing to ensure the fire is fully extinguished and the area is secured.

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