The government on Monday declared a one-day state mourning to be observed on Tuesday following the tragic crash of a Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) training aircraft in Diabari, reports UNB.
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammed Yunus expressed deep shock and sorrow over the tragic incident.To mark the mourning, the national flag will be kept at half-mast at all government, semi-government, and autonomous offices, as well as at all educational institutions across the country on Tuesday, said a press release issued by the Chief Adviser's Press Wing.
The national flag will also be flown at half-mast at all government and private buildings and at Bangladesh missions abroad in observance of the state mourning. Besides, special prayers will be offered at religious institutions and places of worship across the country for the departed souls and for the quick recovery of the injured.
Meanwhile, the government announced that an investigation will be carried out to determine the cause of the crash and assured that all necessary support will be extended to the victims and their families.
In a condolence message following the crash, the Chief Adviser said, "I express my deep shock and sorrow over the tragic accident of the Bangladesh Air Force's F-7 BGI training aircraft that crashed today on the Milestone School and College campus, which has caused casualties and injuries."
He described the incident as an irreparable loss, not only for the Bangladesh Air Force but also for the students, parents, teachers, staff and the wider community connected to the educational institution. "This is a moment of deep grief for the entire nation," he said.
The Chief Adviser wished the injured a quick recovery and directed all concerned authorities, including hospitals, to deal with the situation with the highest level of care, urgency, and seriousness.
He also assured that the government will take necessary steps to find out the cause of the accident and provide all kinds of support.
