Kurigram, Aug 3 (UNB) – A minor child has been burnt to death in a fire at Chilmari of the district on Saturday.
Two-month old child Yamni died in the fire while playing with gaslight at east Notarkandi area of Oshtomir Char Union of the upazila.
Confirming the incident Oshtomir Char UP Chairman Abu Taleb informed that some minor children were playing with gaslight at the house of one Aminul Islam at about 12 noon. At this time, suddenly the fire originating from gaslight engulfed the thatched house completely within moments.
Property worth more thanTk 2 lac including clothes, rice and paddy were burnt into ashes.
Meanwhile, the Oshtomir Char UP Chairman visited the spot and assured to provide all necessary help to the affected family.