Satkhira: A farmer was killed in a lightning strike while working in a paddy field in Shyamnagar upazila of the district this morning. The deceased was identified as Md Lutfor Rahman, 55, son of late Ahad Ali of West Srifalkati village under Ishwaripur union of the upazila. Lutfor was working at a paddy seedbed in the morning when lightning suddenly struck, killing him on the spot. Shyamnagar Police Station Officer-in-Charge Shahidul Islam confirmed the matter.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the incident highlights the risks faced by farmers who work in open fields, particularly during the rainy season when lightning strikes are more frequent. Shyamnagar Police Station has verified the event, ensuring that all necessary protocols are being followed in the aftermath of the incident. The local community is mourning the loss of Lutfor Rahman, who was a well-known figure in his village.