Residents of Shalla upazila in Sunamganj attacked and vandalized a rural electricity office after missing the Brazil-Japan World Cup football match due to a power outage. The incident occurred on Monday night at the Anondopur Palli Bidyut substation. According to office sources, electricity was unavailable in Anondopur and nearby areas around 11 p.m. when the match was underway, prompting the attack.

The assault caused an estimated loss of five lakh taka, damaging glass panels and essential equipment. A case has been filed naming five individuals and listing 60 others as accused. The Assistant General Manager of Dirai-Shalla Palli Bidyut, Md. Gias Uddin, said the attackers damaged the main gate and valuable items without understanding the situation. Shalla police officer-in-charge Md. Rokibuzzaman confirmed receiving the complaint and stated that legal action will follow after investigation.

Authorities have begun investigating the incident to determine responsibility and assess the full extent of the damages.