A fire broke out at the Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Industry Limited factory in Shafipur, Kaliakair, Gazipur on Saturday and was brought under control within an hour, according to local authorities.
Deputy director of Dhaka Fire Service Hafizur Rahman said six fire‑service units arrived at the scene around 5:30 pm and succeeded in containing the blaze after about one hour of effort.
The incident’s casualty count remains unknown, with officials stating that no injuries have been confirmed. All workers evacuated the premises immediately after the fire started, which is believed to have originated in the factory’s warehouse.
Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical is a major producer of generic medicines in Bangladesh, supplying both domestic markets and export destinations. The factory’s operations are critical to the country’s healthcare supply chain.
Fire officials indicated that a full investigation will be launched to determine the cause of the fire and assess compliance with safety regulations, emphasizing the need for stricter fire‑prevention measures in industrial facilities.
The event underscores ongoing concerns about industrial safety in Bangladesh, where rapid economic growth has been accompanied by a series of workplace accidents, prompting calls for stronger enforcement of occupational health and safety standards.
Why it matters
The incident highlights fire safety risks in Bangladesh’s industrial sector and the need for robust emergency response measures.