Bangladesh: Internet and other telecommunications disruptions likely into early November following Oct. 26 fire at Dhaka's Khawaja Tower /update 1

Internet and other telecommunications disruptions could continue across Bangladesh into at least early November after an Oct. 26 fire damaged Dhaka's Khawaja Tower; the facility hosts multiple data centers, and fire-related disruptions have impacted several telecommunications service providers. While initial statements indicated that internet services would probably be restored by Oct. 27 or Oct. 28, the Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh currently estimates that it may take one week for service to return to normal levels.

Telecommunications service disruptions may negatively impact transport and business operations. Residual transport and business disruptions are possible even after telecommunications networks are restored.