Narsingdi, Aug. 5 -- A gas pipeline burst and caused a fire in the Khatehara area of Narsingdi on Monday (Aug. 4), leaving thousands of household consumers and 30-35 industrial establishments without gas for hours, triggering widespread suffering and strong criticism from local residents.

The fire broke out around 5am due to a leak in a 6-inch diameter pipe running underground Titas Gas line.

Locals, upon noticing the flames, immediately informed emergency services by calling 999 and notified Titas Gas authorities.

The Fire Service responded quickly and brought the fire under control, but gas supply to several areas of the city and its outskirts, including Shalidha, Chauala, Khatehara, Kandapara, Satirpara, Kauriapara, Velanagar, Brahm...