The aircraft of Saudi Airlines boarding 316 Hajj pilgrims was caught fire while taking off at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on Tuesday morning, several media reports.

Though the incident causes delay of the first Hajj flight from Bangladesh, no damage was reported.

An official from the Hajj Camp, seeking anonymity confirmed the matter. He also said the accident took place prior to the departure of the flight.

All the passengers, pilots and crews of the aircraft were safe.