Dear Sir,
In the early hours of the morning, while the city still sleeps, countless workers begin their daily toil. They sweep our streets, lay the bricks of our buildings, sew the clothes we wear, and drive the engines of our economy. They are the invisible lifeblood of our society-essential, yet too often overlooked. Despite their vital role, many workers continue to suffer in silence. They face long hours, unsafe working environments, meager wages, and a lack of social security. Some are denied even the most basic human dignities: access to healthcare, time to rest, and the right to protest unfair treatment.
When we ignore the rights of workers, we are not only violating justice-we are weakening the very foundations of our society. No economy can thrive sustainably if its workers are exploited. No nation can truly progress while millions toil in misery. The time has come for us to raise our voices. We must demand stronger labor laws, better enforcement, and public awareness. Trade unions must be supported, and exploitative employers must be held accountable. The dignity of labor must be restored-not just in words, but in action.
Let us not wait for May Day or a tragic accident to remind us of their worth. Let us act now, for the silent hands that build our world deserve to be heard.
Tithi Das,
Student, Honour's First year,
Government Brojomohun College, Barisal
