In a tragic incident in Ramganj, Lakshmipur, a minor disagreement over an electricity bill of merely five taka (approximately £0.04) between two brothers escalated into a fatal confrontation. The victim, Alamgir Hossain, lost his life following a violent altercation with his elder brother, Khorshed Alam, on Saturday evening.
The incident occurred at around 8:30 pm on 21 February 2026 in the Uttar Bodorpur area of Karpara Union. According to eyewitnesses and family members, the two brothers had jointly used a single electricity meter for their household. Historically, they would share the electricity bills equally and settle payments amicably each month. However, during this month’s billing cycle, Alamgir reportedly paid five taka less than his share, prompting an argument with Khorshed.
Alamgir’s wife, Sabina Yasmin, alleged that the disagreement escalated later in the evening at a local tea stall. She stated that Khorshed, along with several others, physically assaulted her husband at the premises, leaving him severely injured. The assailants reportedly fled the scene, leaving Alamgir behind. He was subsequently rushed to Ramganj Upazila Health Complex by family members, where medical personnel declared him dead on arrival.
Local police confirmed that the dispute over the electricity bill led to a physical confrontation between the siblings. While some witnesses intervened during the altercation, Khorshed left the scene, leaving Alamgir in a critical condition. Authorities have filed a case against Khorshed under suspicion of murder, with investigations ongoing.
Ramganj Police Station Officer-in-Charge, Firoz Uddin Chowdhury, commented, “Preliminary reports indicate that a dispute over a shared electricity bill escalated into a physical confrontation resulting in the death of Alamgir Hossain. The case is currently under investigation. Further details will be released upon completion of our inquiry. The body remains at the hospital.”
For clarity, key details of the incident are summarised below:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Victim | Alamgir Hossain |
| Age | Approximately 35 years (family estimate) |
| Accused | Khorshed Alam (elder brother) |
| Complainant | Sabina Yasmin (victim’s wife) |
| Date & Time | 21 February 2026, 8:30 pm |
| Location | Uttar Bodorpur, Karpara Union, Ramganj, Lakshmipur |
| Cause of Dispute | Five taka difference in electricity bill |
| Medical Response | Declared dead at Ramganj Upazila Health Complex |
| Current Status | Police investigation ongoing |
The shocking incident has left the local community in distress, highlighting how minor financial disagreements can tragically escalate into violence. Authorities continue to investigate the matter, and legal proceedings against the accused are expected to follow in accordance with Bangladeshi law.