Meherpur: A farmer tragically lost his life due to electrocution in Bhatpara village, located in the Gangni upazila of Meherpur district. The incident occurred this morning when the farmer was attempting to start a water pump on his farmland.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the deceased has been identified as Shawkat Ali, aged 50. He was the son of the late Faratullah Kazi, who also resided in the same village. The unfortunate event took place around 11 am when Shawkat Ali accidentally came in contact with a live electric wire, resulting in his immediate death on the spot.
The incident was confirmed by Bani Israel, the Officer-in-Charge of Gangni Police Station. The local authorities have been informed, and necessary actions are being taken in response to this tragic accident.