Home Minister Alleges Political Motives Behind Garment Sector Unrest

From the report

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has warned that legal action will be taken against anyone who engages in activities aimed at shutting down garment factories or disrupting production. He also stated that measures would be taken to quickly reopen factories that have already been closed.

The Home Minister made these remarks while speaking to journalists at the Secretariat. He stated that the situation emerging in some areas is often unrelated to the demands of garment workers. He alleged that certain groups are instigating the shutdown of production to fulfill nefarious political objectives. Such activities will be suppressed with a firm hand.

The Home Minister further added that there is apprehension that some miscreants might attempt to carry out attacks. Law enforcement agencies are vigilant to thwart such illicit activities. Legal action will be taken against those attempting to close down garment factories or instigating disruption of production.