All industries in Gazipur, including garment factories, have resumed their operations on Saturday with tightened security, several days after a production disruption due to workers unrest.
It was seen that workers started entering the factories in groups on Saturday morning, with industrial police deployed in factory areas, and army was patrolling to maintain order.
Many factories in Gazipur had declared holidays due to worker unrest, protests, road blockades, and vandalism for several days. However, following a decision by the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and assurances of necessary security from the government, factory owners decided to reopen all factories on Saturday.
Workers claimed that except for a few factories, genuine workers are not involved in any significant movement at this time. In most cases, outsiders are creating the problems, they said. Workers expressed their desire to work in a peaceful environment.
Factory owners stated that law enforcement agencies need to take a strict stance to prevent conspirators from launching attacks, vandalizing, or creating chaos that could harm the industrial sector.
Additional Superintendent of Police in Gazipur Industrial Zone-2 Imran Ahmed confirmed the reopening, adding that approximately 900 industrial police officers were deployed to make sure the security of factory areas, and the army is alos patrolling in the area.
