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Garment workers in Gazipur and Ashulia, Savar, take to the streets in protest, demanding better working conditions and wages on Wednesday. Facing intense pressure from the ongoing labour movement, authorities announced the closure of 60 garment factories in the area.

Garment workers in Gazipur and Ashulia, Savar, take to the streets in protest, demanding better working conditions and wages on Wednesday. Facing intense pressure from the ongoing labour movement, authorities announced the closure of 60 garment factories in the area.
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