A muazzin tragically died by electrocution this morning in Shimulbari village, located in Phulbari upazila of Kurigram district.
The deceased, Abdul Hamid, aged 68, was the muazzin of a local mosque and a long-time resident of the same village.
According to Shariful Islam Sohel, Chairman of the Shimulbari Union Parishad, the incident occurred around 9:00 AM when Hamid attempted to start an irrigation pump near his home. While doing so, he came into contact with a live electric wire and was electrocuted instantly, resulting in his death on the spot.
The incident was later confirmed by Officer-in-Charge (OC) Abdus Salam of Phulbari Police Station.
Victim Details
| Name | Abdul Hamid |
| Age | 68 years old |
| Occupation | Muazzin, Local Mosque |
| Residence | Shimulbari Village, Phulbari, Kurigram |
Incident Summary
| Incident Type | Electrocution |
| Time | Around 9:00 AM |
| Location | Near the victim’s house |
| Cause | Contact with a live electric wire |
| Activity | Attempting to start an irrigation pump |
| Outcome | Died on the spot |
Local authorities are urging residents to exercise extreme caution when operating electrical machinery, especially in areas lacking proper safety infrastructure.
