Jhenaidah: Families of two farmers who died from lightning strikes recently in the district received financial assistance from BNP's Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, two farmers, Oliar Rahman of Bhabanipur village and Mirajul Islam of Paschim Bishoykhali village, died recently after being struck by lightning. A delegation from the Krishak Dal handed over financial aid cheques to the victims' families on behalf of Tarique Rahman, party sources reported.
Krishak Dal President Hasan Jafir Tuhin and General Secretary Shahidul Islam Babul led the delegation. The leaders visited the graves of the deceased, offered prayers, and expressed condolences to the bereaved families. Oliar's wife Shirina Khatun and daughter Antara Khatun, along with Sohagi Begum, the wife of Mirajul Islam, received the financial assistance.
Former MP and Senior Joint Secretary General of Krishak Dal T.S. Ayub, along with Jhenaidah District BNP President Advocate M.A. Majid and other district leaders, attended the event. Following the cheque distribution, Krishak Dal leaders participated in a rally with local farmers.