Staff Correspondent, Narayangan

Hundreds of workers from Sensible Fashion, a garment factory under Fariha Group, staged protests in Fatullah, Narayanganj, demanding the reinstatement of laid-off workers, payment of dues, and an end to mistreatment. The protest began at 8 AM on Tuesday (January 14) and continued until noon, with workers blocking the road in front of the Police Lines Gate. This caused severe traffic congestion and halted vehicle movement on the old Dhaka-Narayanganj road.

Later, the factory management, accompanied by law enforcement, negotiated with the workers, leading to the removal of the roadblock.

Protesting workers alleged that the factory management frequently lays off employees without proper justification and fails to settle dues as per labor laws. They also complained about rude behavior from the staff.

Additionally, the workers highlighted the lack of basic facilities, such as a canteen, forcing them to go without snacks or leave the premises for food. Strict policies, such as barring entry after 8:01 AM despite road traffic or after 2:01 PM during lunch breaks, have further fueled dissatisfaction. Workers demanded an end to these harsh and arbitrary rules.

They also expressed frustration over the factory’s sudden closure announcements without prior discussions about worker demands. Some accused the management of employing local goons to harass and threaten them.

Fatullah Model Police Station OC Shariful Islam confirmed the incident and stated that the situation is now under control.

Man dies following assault over koan repayment in N’Ganj

A young man named Nazimuddin (35) was killed in Araihazar, Narayanganj, following an altercation over loan repayment. The incident occurred late Monday night in Shalmodi village under Mahmudpur Union. The deceased, Nazimuddin, was the son of the late Abdul Hai from the same village.

According to reports, Ibrahim, son of Afaz Uddin from Shalmodi village, had lent Nazimuddin taka 1,500. On the day of the incident, Ibrahim demanded repayment, but Nazimuddin explained he didn’t have the money at the moment and promised to repay it gradually. This led to a heated argument, and eventually, Ibrahim assaulted Nazimuddin.

After returning home, Nazimuddin complained of chest pain and became unwell. His family initially took him to the Upazila Health Complex, where doctors referred him to Dhaka Medical College Hospital for advanced treatment. However, Nazimuddin passed away on the way at around 11 PM.

Araihazar Police Station OC Enayet Hossain confirmed the incident and stated that the body has been sent to Narayanganj Victoria General Hospital for an autopsy. The cause of death will be determined following the autopsy report.