At least 100 shanties and eight shops were gutted in a fire at Chaktai Bhera Market in Bakolia area of Chittagong.
The fire broke out at 9:30am on Thursday and spread rapidly, Deputy Assistant Director of Fire Service and Civil Defense Jashim Uddin said, reports UNB.
Around 15 fire fighting units went to the spot and extinguished the blaze after two and a half hours of frantic efforts, he said.
The cause of the fire and extent of damage could not be ascertained immediately.
The local administration has formed a five-member committee to investigate the incident. It has been asked to submit a report within five working days.
