Dhaka, Nov. 24 -- The recent earthquake that shook the entire country especially densely populated Dhaka and its adjacent areas have left a panic of recurrence in the psyche of the people.

Residents of different corners of the capital expressed their fear that they cannot sleep well at night in fear that earthquake may jolt the city.

Many believe and experts said that foundation of most of the sprawling buildings is rickety in many cases. The city planners have already stated that around 21 lakh buildings in the capital are at risk.

Even Rajuk Chairman on Saturday said that they would go for tougher action against those building owners would not cooperate with them in the assessment of the building codes.

Meanwhile, Home Adviser Lt Gen ...