Labour Minister: Wage Board for Garment Workers to Form Sunday

Ariful Haque, the Labour Minister, has called on garment workers to conclude their strikes and resume normal operations. He emphasized that the government and business owners are actively working together to resolve outstanding wage issues. A dedicated wage board is scheduled to convene this Sunday to address the financial backlog affecting the industry. Officials stated that concrete measures are already in place to clear arrears quickly. This decision follows weeks of disruption where workers demanded timely payment of wages. The formation of the special committee aims to restore confidence and stability to the sector. Ariful Haque reiterated that patience is required from all parties involved. The government remains committed to ensuring every worker receives their due compensation. Construction of the wage board will begin immediately following the scheduled meeting. Stakeholders have expressed hope that this structural change will prevent future delays. The situation has been closely monitored by senior officials to ensure smooth implementation.