Dhaka, Feb. 6 -- Amid the widespread vandalism and arson at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's house in Dhanmondi, triggered by the announcement of Sheikh Hasina's online speech from India, a fire has also been set at her residence Sudha Sadan.

Around 12:30am on Thursday, flames were engulfing the house in Dhanmondi-5.

A security guard from Dhanmondi Society said a group of youths arrived between 10:30pm and 11pm and set fire to Sudha Sadan.

The fire caused panic among local residents, prompting many to rush to the streets in alarm.

Despite the blaze continuing for over an hour, the Fire Service had not arrived at the scene by the time it was reported.

Sounds of crackling doors, windows, and furniture being consumed by flames were h...