November 11, 2024 1:14 PM

Bangladesh: 20km tailback as RMG workers block Dhaka-Mymensingh highway

In Bangladesh, workers of five garment factories in Gazipur have blocked the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway for the 3rd consecutive day, demanding payment of outstanding wages and allowances, as well as the reopening of closed factories. The blockade caused severe traffic congestion on about 20 kilometres along the highway, according to Gazipur Traffic Police Inspector. The workers who took to the highway on Saturday continued their demonstration on Monday morning, leading to severe traffic congesti...