The incident was reported from Ashulia early on Sunday at the 'Ma Hotel and Restaurant – 2', said DEPZ Fire Service Senior Station Officer Abdul Hamid Miah. Maleka was hired as a cook on Saturday, said restaurant owner Zahedul Islam. She was working at the stove, when cooking gas cylinder exploded, he said. A fire service unit was dispatched to the scene and put out the fire, said fire service official Miag. News of her death has been sent to the person, who recommended her for the position, said Ashulia Police Station OC Abdul Awal.

Source: bd News24 October 15, 2017 08:15 UTC