In a tragic incident that has cast a pall over the local community, a 30-year-old housewife, Matiara Begum, also known as Shilpi Begum, was discovered dead in a hanging state in Gomastapur Upazila of Chapainawabganj district. According to police reports, her body was recovered on the morning of Tuesday, 17 March, at approximately 8:30 a.m., from the northern Makrampur Madhpara area of Alinagar Union, Ward No. 6.
Matiara was married to 31-year-old Helim Ali and hailed from Gopalnagar village in Shyampur Union, Shibganj Upazila. Preliminary police accounts indicate that she entered her mother-in-law’s room that morning, locking the door behind her. Concerned family members, suspecting something amiss, forced entry with the help of neighbours, only to find her hanging.
The key details surrounding the incident are summarised below:
| Subject | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Deceased | Matiara Begum, also known as Shilpi Begum |
| Age | 30 years |
| Husband | Helim Ali, 31 years old |
| Parental Home | Gopalnagar Village, Shyampur Union, Shibganj Upazila |
| Place of Recovery | North Makrampur Madhpara, Alinagar Union, Gomastapur Upazila |
| Time of Recovery | 17 March, 08:30 a.m. |
| Initial Condition | Found hanging in mother-in-law’s room |
| Sent for Autopsy | District Hospital Morgue |
The Officer-in-Charge of Gomastapur Police Station, Abdul Barik, confirmed the incident and remarked, “Preliminary findings suggest that familial discord may have driven Matiara to take her own life. However, the precise cause of death will only be established after the autopsy report.”
Adding to the complexity, Matiara’s elder brother, Sirajul Islam, has accused the in-laws of allegedly instigating her suicide. The police have launched an official investigation, and legal proceedings regarding the case are underway.
Locals described Matiara as a sociable and charming individual, noting that occasional family disputes were common. The sudden and untimely nature of her death has left the entire village in mourning. Law enforcement and local administration officials in Chapainawabganj have intensified monitoring and awareness efforts to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Authorities await the autopsy report to clarify the circumstances and ensure that justice is served.