Desk Report: Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of 10 tourists in a devastating fire at Tuptup Resto and Resort on the Inani Marine Drive in Cox’s Bazar, demanding an impartial investigation, justice for those responsible and stronger safety measures at tourist destinations across the country.In a joint condolence statement issued on Saturday, the organisation’s Central President Nurul Islam and Secretary General Sibgatullah prayed for the eternal peace of the deceased and conveyed their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.According to the statement, media reports indicated that two university students from Dhaka University and Jagannath University, along with family members, were among those killed in the fire. The leaders expressed concern that the death toll could rise further.They said the tragedy had caused irreparable loss to the affected families and raised serious questions about the safety arrangements at the country’s tourist destinations.Citing media reports, the Chhatra Shibir leaders alleged that the wooden resort had been operating without proper legal approval. They called for an investigation into how the establishment continued to operate despite alleged shortcomings in firefighting equipment, emergency exits and other essential safety measures.The leaders said the authorities concerned must be held accountable for any failure to ensure the safety of tourists. They also expressed concern over the prolonged fire and the effectiveness of the response to the blaze at Cox’s Bazar, one of Bangladesh’s most important tourist destinations.They demanded an immediate, fair and impartial investigation to establish the actual cause of the fire and identify those responsible for operating the resort without the necessary approvals or failing to ensure adequate safety measures.The organisation also urged the government to bring the responsible resort owners and relevant authorities to justice, ensure accountability for any negligence and provide appropriate compensation to the families of the victims.It further called for advanced medical treatment for seriously injured tourists who remain hospitalised.Emphasising the need to prevent similar tragedies, the Chhatra Shibir leaders urged the government to establish a modern, coordinated system of monitoring and regulation for tourist facilities nationwide.They called for strict enforcement of licensing requirements, compliance with fire safety regulations, regular inspections of hotels and resorts, and better coordination among the agencies responsible for emergency response. The leaders stressed that ensuring the lives and safety of tourists was the responsibility of the authorities concerned. They said effective oversight and accountability were essential to prevent such devastating incidents from recurring at the country’s tourist destinations.