Dhaka crash : 69 still hospitalised, death toll stands at 31
Last Updated on July 22, 2025 10:09 pm
Dhaka : In the aftermath of the tragic Air Force jet crash into Milestone School and College in the capital’s Uttara, at least 69 individuals remain hospitalised across several healthcare facilities in the capital, according to officials from the health ministry.
At a press briefing held today (22 July) at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, Dr Sayedur Rahman, special assistant to the chief adviser, said 29 people have died so far, based on health ministry data.
However, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the death toll has reached 31 as of noon.
Dr Sayedur acknowledged the discrepancy, noting that ISPR reported two additional deaths at Lubna General Hospital & Cardiac Centre, which were not reflected in the official hospital records.
“Those two individuals were declared dead on the spot, and their families took the bodies before formal registration.”
“Similarly, we reported 15 deaths at CMH [Combined Military Hospital], while ISPR recorded 16. Patients are being treated across multiple facilities, so some variance in data is expected. We’re working to coordinate the numbers,” he said.
Critical burn victims under multidisciplinary care
According to the briefing, Uttara Adhunik Hospital alone treated 60 patients, while Lubna General Hospital cared for about 13. Most patients have since been transferred or discharged.
A multi-disciplinary medical response team is currently operating across BMU, NIKDU, and other major health institutions, covering eight distinct medical disciplines to manage the complex cases resulting from the crash.
Among the patients still hospitalised at the national burn unit, two have been moved to cabins, while ten are now considered out of danger. Meanwhile, 30 remain in moderate condition, and 10 are critically injured.
Two teachers from Milestone School were among those confirmed dead. “Initially, we couldn’t confirm one of the victims’ professions, but now we know both were faculty members,” said Dr Sayedur.
International support en route
To strengthen the medical response, a consultant and two nurses from a partner hospital in Singapore are expected to arrive in Dhaka between 11pm and midnight. “They will join the treatment process tomorrow (23 July) and are also bringing essential medical equipment,” Dr Sayedur stated.
Authorities say 70 to 80 types of medicines have been secured, with a 72-hour preparedness plan in place. The government has assured full logistical support should further medical needs arise.