Leaders of Bangladesh’s ready-made garment industry have urged the interim government to take decisive action following unrest led by “outsiders,” which forced the closure of 167 factories in the Ashulia, Savar, and Gazipur areas. In a meeting at the BGMEA Uttara office, industry leaders clarified that workers from the closed factories were not involved in the protests and thanked law enforcement agencies, including the Army and Police, for addressing the unrest.
BGMEA leaders called for stricter security measures and asked Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus to issue directives ensuring factory safety. Three individuals were arrested for vandalism in Ashulia. BGMEA President Khandoker Rafiqul Islam noted that external groups are primarily responsible for the disruptions, while Senior Vice President Abdullah Hil Rakib warned that the unrest affects not just the apparel sector but also industries like pharmaceuticals. The BGMEA has sought the government’s intervention to safeguard the industry and economy.
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