The government has extended support to Muslima, the orphaned daughter of truck driver Hannan Sheikh who was killed in a mob attack following rumours of a road accident in Boalmari upazila on May 1.

On Tuesday morning, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) of Boalmari SM Rakibul Hasan visited the child’s home in Satair village and inquired after her wellbeing.

He said the visit was made following instructions from the Prime Minister’s Office and assured full support for the child’s upbringing and welfare.

At that time, the UNO handed over toys, cash assistance and food items to the child’s grandparents.

Local Union Parishad Chairman Rafiul Alam Mintu also assured continued support.

Upazila Project Implementation Officer Manash Bose and Upazila Social Services Officer Karizul Islam, among others, were present.

UNO Rakibul Hasan said the incident involving the death of truck driver Hannan Sheikh reached the highest level of government.

He added that instructions were issued from the Prime Minister’s Office to ensure financial and social support for the orphaned child, and initial assistance has already been provided.

The incident took place on May 1 night in the Talma area of Nagarkanda upazila when a speeding truck allegedly hit several pedestrians, triggering rumours that around 20 people had been run over.

The rumours spread rapidly on social media, creating panic and leading to road blockades.

In the ensuing chaos, locals stopped the vehicle, pulled out driver Hannan Sheikh, and allegedly beat him severely.

He was later taken to Faridpur Medical College Hospital, where doctors declared him brought dead.