Two Bangladeshi expatriates from the Madarganj Upazila of Jamalpur district have died in a road traffic accident in Iraq. The incident occurred at approximately 4:00 am Bangladesh time on Sunday, 24 May, while the individuals were returning to their residence from their place of work. The families of the deceased confirmed the fatalities on the morning of Tuesday, 26 April.
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Profile of the Deceased
The victims have been identified as residents of two different unions within the Madarganj Upazila. According to verified reports, both individuals were employed at a confectionery shop in Iraq.
| Full Name | Age | Father’s Name | Village/Area | Union |
| Manohar Ali | 35 | Khalil Mondal | Ghughumari | Karaichara |
| Bazlu | 40 | Late Alauddin Master | Koalikandi | Char Pakerdah |
Incident Details and Background
The accident took place during the early hours of Sunday as the two men were commuting home after completing their shift at a local confectionery store. Manohar Ali had reportedly migrated to Iraq approximately four years ago. To facilitate his journey and secure employment abroad, his family had incurred significant financial debt through loans.
In the context of Bangladeshi migrant workers in the Middle East, such employment is often sought to improve the socio-economic standing of families in rural districts like Jamalpur. The sudden demise of these primary breadwinners represents a significant loss to their respective households.
Administrative Response and Repatriation Procedures
The Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) of Madarganj has officially acknowledged the incident and provided guidance to the bereaved families regarding the necessary administrative steps. The following measures are currently being processed:
Embassy Coordination: The families have been advised to maintain formal contact with the Bangladesh Embassy in Iraq to initiate the process of repatriating the remains.
Government Notification: The local administration has confirmed that they will formally notify higher authorities via official correspondence to facilitate the necessary diplomatic support.
Repatriation Protocol: Typically, the repatriation of migrant workers’ remains involves the coordination of the Wage Earners’ Welfare Board under the Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment.
Financial and Legal Framework for Expatriates
Under the standard operating procedures for Bangladeshi expatriates, the families of deceased workers are often eligible for financial assistance to cover burial costs and, in many cases, a one-time death compensation grant. To qualify for these benefits, the following documentation is generally required:
Death Certificate: Issued by the relevant authorities in Iraq.
Police Report: Detail the circumstances of the road accident.
No Objection Certificate (NOC): Provided by the Bangladesh Embassy.
Proof of Membership: Verification that the worker was registered with the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET).
The local administration in Madarganj is expected to assist the families in gathering the necessary paperwork to ensure that the bodies of Manohar Ali and Bazlu are returned to their ancestral homes for final rites. The families await further communication from the embassy regarding the timeline for the arrival of the remains.