Dhaka, Oct. 19 -- It started in the Jalalabad market in Kotwali around 4am on Saturday before spreading to nearby areas, said Jashim Uddin, the assistant director of Agrabad Fire Service.

At least 130 shops in the two markets were damaged by the blaze.

But the cause of the fire and the extent of damage could not be determined immediately.

Two firemen suffered minor injuries during the containment efforts, said Jashim.

"The initial indications are that around 130 shops were burnt in the fire," said Kotwali Police OC Mohammed Mohsin.

"About 20 to 25 of these were housed in the Hawker's market while the rest were situated in the Jalabad market," he added.

Stores in the two markets mainly sell clothes for low prices, making it a popular...