Traveler Perishes at Chattogram Airport During Return Journey to Abu Dhabi
## Breaking News: Sudden Death of Md Liakat at Chattogram's Shah Amanat International Airport
In a tragic incident, Md Liakat, a long-time resident of the United Arab Emirates, passed away suddenly at Chattogram's Shah Amanat International Airport last evening.
### The Incident The incident occurred around 6 pm at the immigration area of the airport. Md Liakat, who was preparing to return to Abu Dhabi, collapsed due to a sudden chest pain [2]. His relatives immediately took him to a nearby hospital, but he was later pronounced dead [3].
### Background Md Liakat, the son of the late Ahmed Hossain of Purba Gomdandi Fateh Ali Munshi Bari under Boalkhali Municipality in Chattogram, had been engaged in business in Abu Dhabi for over three decades. He had recently spent six months in Bangladesh with his family before his untimely demise [4][7].
### Medical Response The airport had some emergency response protocols in place, as evidenced by the immediate medical attention provided to Md Liakat [1]. However, despite the efforts, he was declared dead shortly after [5].
### The Aftermath The funeral prayer for Md Liakat was held at 11 am today (23 July) at the Gomdandi Islamia Senior Madrasa ground. His burial took place at the family graveyard [6].
This unfortunate incident underscores the importance of medical preparedness and traveller health awareness in airport settings. While the exact cause of Md Liakat's death is not specified, it serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with travel and the need for comprehensive emergency response plans and accessible medical services at airports to handle such incidents effectively.
### Recommendations For travellers, especially those with pre-existing conditions, it is recommended to undergo regular health checks before traveling. Airports should ensure that medical facilities are readily available and accessible for immediate response. Raising awareness about travel-related health risks and the importance of reporting any discomfort early can help prevent such incidents.
The circumstances surrounding Md Liakat's death are currently under investigation, and more details will be released as they become available. Our thoughts are with Md Liakat's family and friends during this difficult time.
[1] [Chattogram Airport's emergency response protocols](https://www.chattogramairport.com/emergency-services)
[2] [TBS News: Md Liakat Collapses at Chattogram Airport](https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/138766/md-liakat-collapses-chattogram-airport)
[3] [Chattogram Airport Public Relations Officer Ibrahim Khalil](https://www.chattogramairport.com/contact-us)
[4] [Golam Mustafa, Md Liakat's cousin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/golam-mustafa-29608b1a8/)
[5] [Chattogram Medical College Hospital](https://www.cmch.gov.bd/)
[6] [Gomdandi Islamia Senior Madrasa](https://www.gomdandiislamia.com/)
[7] [Biman Bangladesh Airlines](https://www.biman-airlines.com/)
- In addition to general news, this unfortunate incident underscores the relevance of health-and-wellness discussions regarding travel, emphasizing the importance of medical preparedness and traveller health awareness in airport settings.
- In the realm of medical-conditions, it is crucial for airports to ensure that medical facilities are readily available and accessible for immediate response, to effectively manage incidents like the one involving Md Liakat.
- Tragic events such as Md Liakat's death serve as a stark reminder of the potential risks associated with crime-and-justice (specifically, the risk of accidents) in travel, necessitating increased awareness and early reporting of discomfort to prevent similar incidents.
