On Sunday, May 10, 2026, Monira Khatun, a 30-year-old office assistant at the District Food Safety Office in Rajbari, suffered severe burns after a steel flag pole accidentally touched an overhead power line while she was lowering the national flag. She succumbed to her injuries on the morning of Friday, May 15, 2026, while receiving treatment at the Dhaka Medical College Hospital burn unit.
| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monira Khatun | 30 · Female | Dead | — |
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Fire service team rescued the victim from the scene and transported her to Rajbari Sadar Hospital.