" 15 factories closed in Savar after workers’ demo", 1 September 2024

Authorities on Sunday announced the closure of at least 15 factories in Savar and Dhamarai areas in the face of workers' protests.

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Workers said their protest was aimed at demanding fair wages, overtime allowance, attendance bonuses and job security.

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The workers of GAB Limited and some nearby garment factories blocked the road in Palashbari area of Ashulia around 9am. Similarly, workers of Ha-meem, Sharmeen, NASA Group, Snowtex Outerwear Limited factory also came down on the streets and blocked the roads.

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Meanwhile, the workers of Acme Consumers Limited put forward a 16-point demand.