Dhaka, March 2 -- The Bailey Road fire that killed 46 people and injured several dozen on Thursday night has prompted public agencies and law enforcers to raise several questions.

These include whether the Bailey Road building complied with the building code and whether it had adequate fire safety measures. In light of previous fire incidents and fatalities, they also questioned whether a sense of acceptance has developed over time.

Authorities, meanwhile, said many answers will only be available once the ongoing investigation is completed.

After visiting the site on Friday, Dhaka South City Corporation Mayor Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh said that building codes were being extensively violated in the capital.

"Building plans are being app...