A video showing multiple structures engulfed in flames has been shared with the claim that extremist miscreants set fire to over 100 resorts in Sajek Valley, located in the Bandarban district of Bangladesh. However, there are no verified or credible sources confirming that the fire was intentionally started.
Sharing the videos on X (Formerly Twitter) @salah_shoaib (2) wrote, “Pakistan Army and ISI set fire on more than 100 resorts in #SajekValley in Banderban district in #Bangladesh to clear the area for the convenience of #ULFA and other separatist group’s training camps. Muhammad Yunus and his Islamist-jihadist are extending fullest support”
👉 Pakistan Army and ISI set fire on more than 100 resorts in #SajekValley in Banderban district in #Bangladesh to clear the area for the convenience of #ULFA and other separatist group's training camps. Muhammad Yunus and his Islamist-jihadist are extending fullest support. pic.twitter.com/rmpW7DpCqY
— Salah Uddin Shoaib Choudhury (@salah_shoaib) February 25, 2025
Several other users and Influencers have also disseminated the videos and made similar claims. Their posts can be seen here, @JaiPushpa, @PanditLotus
The truth behind the claims about fire in Sajek Valley, Fact Check
As soon as the posts containing the video and claims came to our notice. Subsequently, we conducted research and analysis regarding the incident. We found that the fire was not started intentionally.
To verify the claims made by the users. We performed a relevant keyword search and found media reports regarding the incident. According to reports (1, 2) and local sources, the fire was accidental and may have originated from a cigarette stub or an electrical short circuit. As per reports, the devastating fire in Sajek, Rangamati, completely destroyed 94 resorts, cottages, and residential houses. The incident took place in the Ruilui tourist area of Sajek Union, Baghaichhari Upazila, around 12:45 PM on Monday.
Additionally, there are no verified or credible sources confirming that the fire was intentionally started.
Therefore, it is evident from verified sources that the incident was unrelated to violence and a targeted attack.
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— D-Intent Data (@dintentdata) February 25, 2025
ANALYSIS: Misleading
FACT: A video showing multiple structures engulfed in flames has been shared with the claim that extremist miscreants set fire to over 100 resorts in Sajek Valley,located in the Bandarban district of Bangladesh.But,no verified or credible sources (1/3) pic.twitter.com/vZrrI8KZQS
Intent
Influencers are circulating videos from Bangladesh with misleading claims to set their narrative.
Conclusion
Claim– Extremist miscreants set fire to over 100 resorts in Sajek Valley, Bandarban district of Bangladesh.
Fact– No credible sources are suggesting that the fire was set by miscreants. As per locals, the fire may have originated from a cigarette stub or an electrical short circuit.
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