Garment Workers Protest in Mirpur 1 Circle Area.

 Title: Garment Workers Protest in Mirpur 1 Circle Area Over Minimum Wage Hike and Alleged AttacksGarment workers in Mirpur 1 circle area have taken to the streets to protest against recent attacks on workers and to demand an increase in the minimum wage. Here's an overview of the situation:Protest and Alleged Attacks:On 1st November, hundreds of thousands of garment workers marched in Mirpur 1 circle area, brandishing sticks, to voice their grievances.The protest was triggered by alleged attacks on workers during processions related to a minimum wage hike.The protestors claim that individuals associated with the ruling party were responsible for these attacks, which reportedly resulted in fatalities.Worker's Perspective:Some workers expressed dissatisfaction with factory owners, claiming they had not taken any steps to address wage concerns.One worker, Shopna, mentioned the tragic death of a pregnant worker during the recent clash, which went unreported in the media.Official Response:Shahidul Islam, DMP's Pallavi zone assistant commissioner, denied reports of fatalities, stating that only minor injuries were sustained during the clashes.He also mentioned that RMG workers were unable to provide concrete information about the alleged death of a pregnant worker.Previous Clashes:Prior to this protest, clashes erupted between RMG workers, Awami League activists, and police in the Mirpur area.These clashes resulted in vandalism, with reports of buses, markets, a bank branch, and garment factories being damaged.Impact on Production:In Gazipur, worker unrest led to the closure of approximately 250 factories, affecting production.Workers in different areas engaged in acts of vandalism, setting fires to police boxes and other locations.This situation reflects the growing tension surrounding minimum wage issues in the RMG sector and the need for effective dialogue between workers, factory owners, and authorities to address these concerns.