Worker-Police Clashes in Mirpur, Metro Rail Station Closed

New tensions have erupted in Mirpur, Dhaka, amid the ongoing workers’ movement demanding a minimum wage of BDT 30,000. On Tuesday (November 3), at approximately 10:15 AM, protesting garment workers blocked roads and began demonstrating in the Mirpur-11 area.

To disperse the workers, police fired sound grenades and tear gas. In response, workers also threw bricks and stones at the police. Chases and counter-chases continued between the two sides.

Meanwhile, the Mirpur Metro Rail station has been closed due to the workers’ agitation, causing significant suffering for commuters in the area.