In a tragic incident in Gazipur, a mother took her own life along with her two children by jumping in front of a moving train on Monday morning, 26 January. The incident occurred around 11:00 a.m. at the railway crossing in Ward 41, Naynapara, leaving the local community in deep shock.
The deceased has been identified as Hafeza Khatun Mala, 25, daughter of Mozammel Haque of South Notun Sombazar, Kaliganj Upazila, Gazipur. Her two children, whose names have not yet been disclosed, also perished in the accident. According to local sources, Mala and her children jumped onto the tracks from the eastern side of the railway crossing, where they were struck by a passing train. The immense impact resulted in fatal injuries to all three victims at the scene.
Neighbours reported that the family had generally led a quiet and peaceful life. Preliminary investigations suggest that internal family stress and financial difficulties may have contributed to Mala’s decision to take such a drastic step.
Police were promptly informed and arrived at the site to recover the bodies. Officer-in-Charge (OC) Atikul Islam of Pubail Police Station confirmed the deaths, stating: “A mother and her two children have committed suicide by jumping under a train. An investigation is underway, and we will provide more details as they become available.”
In response to this tragedy, local social services and mental health organisations have urged the community to remain vigilant to early signs of emotional distress within families. They emphasised the importance of timely intervention and support to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The key details of the incident are summarised in the table below:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Deceased | Hafeza Khatun Mala (25) |
| Accompanying Children | Two (names not disclosed) |
| Location of Death | Naynapara, Gazipur, Eastern Railway Crossing |
| Date & Time | 26 January, 11:00 a.m. |
| Police Station | Pubail Police Station |
| Investigating Officer | OC Atikul Islam |
| Nature of Incident | Mother and children committed suicide under train |
This heart-rending incident has left the Gazipur community grieving and has sparked renewed discussions about mental health support, financial hardship, and the importance of identifying vulnerable families before crises escalate. Authorities continue to investigate, while social organisations are intensifying outreach efforts to prevent such tragedies from recurring.