Tragedy Strikes as Military Jet Crashes into Dhaka School

In a devastating event on July 20, 2025, a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into the Milestone School and College in Dhaka, resulting in at least 20 fatalities and 171 injuries, many of whom were children. Initial investigations indicate that a mechanical failure was to blame for the tragic incident. The aircraft, which had taken off from a nearby military airbase, targeted the second floor of the school, directly hitting classrooms filled with third and fourth graders. Reports confirm that the pilot perished in the crash but had attempted to steer the plane away from more populated areas. Many survivors have been left in critical condition, with emergency services working relentlessly amidst the rubble.

Eyewitness Emon Islam described a heart-wrenching scene, recounting, “I saw the windows of the aircraft shattered, and it was burning up in flames, with black smoke rising into the sky.” The Bangladeshi military has committed to conducting a thorough investigation to ensure accountability and prevent such disasters in the future.