Massive Fire at Drug International Pharmaceuticals Factory (Unit-2) in Cherag Ali, Tongi, Gazipur; Factory Closed Indefinitely
A significant fire broke out on the morning of October 14, 2026, at the Drug International pharmaceutical factory (Unit-2) in the Cherag Ali area of Tongi, Gazipur, due to a chemical explosion. The fire, which started around 10:00-10:15 AM, was extinguished after a 12-hour operation involving 21 fire service units, supported by the Bangladesh Army, BGB, police, and the city corporation. Ten people were injured, including a shift in-charge, factory workers, and fire service personnel. Following the incident, the factory management announced an indefinite closure.
Involved entities
1 RecordDrug International Limited (Unit-2)
Named victims
3 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abul Kalam Firefighter | · Male | Injured | Respiratory issues due to smoke inhalation |
| Nur Uddin Factory worker | · Male | Injured | — |
| Sadekuzzaman (Sadek Hossain) Shift in-charge | 40 · Male | Injured Critical Hospitalized at National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery | Critical condition due to smoke inhalation |
Abul Kalam
Respiratory issues due to smoke inhalation
Nur Uddin
Sadekuzzaman (Sadek Hossain)
Critical condition due to smoke inhalation
Agencies deployed
Fire Service and Civil Defence
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
21 fire service units were deployed to control the fire over a 12-hour period.
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Assisted in firefighting operations.
Other
Other response agencies
BGB assisted in firefighting operations.
Bangladesh Army
National military force for land-based operations and disaster response
Bangladesh Army joined the operation to assist in controlling the blaze.
Bangladesh Police
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Police assisted in firefighting and evacuation efforts.