Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has expressed his deepest condolences to Swiss Confederation President Guy Parmelin following a devastating fire at a bar in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana that killed at least 40 people and injured 119 others, one of the deadliest tragedies in Switzerland’s history. “I am deeply saddened to learn about the tragic fire incident at a ski resort in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, that caused the loss of many invaluable lives,” Prof Yunus said in a message of condolences to the Swiss President. Prof Yunus said their thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of the victims during this period of immense grief and shock. We also pray for the speedy recovery of the injured,” the message shared by the Chief Adviser’s press wing reads. Investigators said Friday that they believe sparkling candles atop Champagne bottles ignited a fatal fire at the Swiss ski resort when they came too close to the ceiling of a bar crowded with New Year’s Eve revellers.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 03, 2026 12:00 UTC