On Thursday, factories in Dhaka, Gazipur and surrounding areas ceased production after workers walked off the job to demand higher wages. Owners said they could not maintain output while staff refused to work, and some mentioned a possible "no work, no pay" approach. The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) held an emergency meeting, urging workers to remain calm as wage talks proceed. Officials indicated that the Wage Board is expected to present revised rates, and owners are weighing policy changes to manage unpaid downtime. The strike involves roughly 30,000 employees, with some reports citing 12,500 workers in key denim units and 4,500 in smaller workshops. BGMEA warned that the disruption could affect exports worth up to 38 billion NPR and noted a 140 percent rise in wage demands compared with previous negotiations.
Bangladesh garment factories shut as workers strike for higher wages
Dozens of factories halted production on Thursday after workers demanded wage increases.
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In short
- Dozens of garment factories halted production on Thursday after worker strikes.
- Workers are demanding higher wages, prompting BGMEA to call for calm.
- Around 30,000 employees are involved, potentially impacting exports worth billions.
From public sources and the WeNepal research team
https://wenepal.com/article/bangladesh-garment-factories-shut-as-workers-strike-for-higher-wages-20261112
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