# 103 People in Rangpur Die of Cold-Related Illnesses in Just 3 Days of 2026

> Severe cold has hit Rangpur Division, with 1,421 people hospitalized and 103 deaths reported from January 1–3. Extremely low temperatures and dense fog, worsened by icy winds from the Himalayas, have intensified the chi…

Published: 2026-01-04 · Desk: Latest · Source: The Business Standard

Severe cold has triggered a surge in patients suffering from cold-related illnesses across Rangpur Division, with 1,421 people admitted to Rangpur Medical College Hospital over the past three days and 103 deaths recorded between January 1–3.

Brigadier Ashiqur Rahman, director of the hospital, confirmed the figures on January 3, noting a sharp rise in patients in the medicine and pediatric wards, where 37 people have died.

The Rangpur Meteorological Office reported extremely low temperatures this morning, including Saidpur 10.5°C, Panchagarh 10.6°C, Thakurgaon 10.7°C, Rangpur 11.2°C, Kurigram 11.5°C, Gaibandha 11.8°C, and Lalmonirhat 12°C. Dense fog is expected over the next five days.

Mostafizar Rahman, in charge of the office, explained that Rangpur Division, due to its proximity to the Himalayas, experiences more intense cold than other parts of the country. Over the past three days, icy winds and thick fog have worsened the chill, with moderate to dense fog expected in northern areas from late night until morning. Minimal difference between day and night temperatures is making the cold feel even more severe.

Authorities reported that the cold has heavily impacted daily life, especially for low-income communities along the Teesta, Dharla, and Jamuna rivers. Measures have been taken to protect livestock, poultry, and zoo animals, including vitamin supplementation and covering animal shelters.

District Relief and Rehabilitation Officer Golam Kibria said 12,500 blankets have already been distributed, and Tk 48 lakh has been allocated to provide warm clothing across eight upazilas to help prevent cold-related hardships.

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