46 killed in Dhaka's Bailey Road fire, highlighting restaurant safety issues due to rapid expansion neglecting safety standards.

Dhaka's Bailey Road fire, killing 46, has spotlighted the city's restaurant safety issues. Rapid expansion led to neglect of safety standards and building regulations. Authorities launched a crackdown on non-compliant restaurants, but critics argue for a balanced, fair approach. The government should make safety compliance costly and ensure continuous monitoring, including regular checks by Rajuk and third-party engineering assessments.

March 10, 2024
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