The Rangamati district administration has issued a directive requiring all hotels, restaurants, and resorts in the area to implement fire safety measures within seven days. The announcement followed a meeting convened by Rangamati Deputy Commissioner Nazma Ashrafi on Sunday at the district commissioner's office.

This action comes in the wake of a deadly fire in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, where at least 10 tourists lost their lives when the three-storey Tuptup Resto & Resort was engulfed in flames on Saturday. The incident has raised concerns over the adequacy of fire safety protocols in tourist establishments across the region.

During the meeting, attended by district officials and hospitality sector representatives, the focus was placed on strengthening safety procedures to protect visitors to Rangamati. Deputy Commissioner Ashrafi emphasized the importance of urgent compliance, especially for those establishments currently lacking functional fire extinguishing systems.

“The owners have committed to install necessary fire safety arrangements within the seven-day timeframe,” Ashrafi stated. She added that following this period, the administration would conduct mobile court operations to inspect compliance and initiate legal proceedings against those found negligent or failing to adhere to the directive.

The Rangamati administration’s swift response is part of broader efforts to enhance safety standards amid growing tourism activities in the region. The recent tragedy in Cox’s Bazar has underscored the critical need for stricter enforcement of fire prevention measures in hospitality venues frequented by both domestic and international tourists.