Habiganj: A man was killed in a lightning strike this morning while trying to chase cattle away from a grassy field near his home in Kakailchao union under Azmiriganj upazila. The deceased was identified as Alamgir Mia, 40, son of Quddus Mia from Ghardai village. Azmiriganj Police Station Officer-in-Charge Md. Shafiqul Islam confirmed the incident.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, locals reported that Alamgir was struck by lightning during rainfall while attempting to drive cattle off a field commonly used for grazing. He collapsed on the spot and was rushed to the Azmiriganj Upazila Health Complex in critical condition, where the on-duty doctor declared him dead.
Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Nibir Ranjan Talukder mentioned that necessary steps have been taken and the victim’s family will receive financial assistance from the government.