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Minimum wage board formation for RMG workers to begin on Nov 1

Published : Saturday, 31 October, 2026 at 8:46 AM

Observer Online Report

The formal process to establish a minimum wage board for garment workers will begin on Sunday, November 1, fulfilling a long-standing demand of workers.

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announced the decision following an emergency meeting with labour organisation leaders at his residence on Friday night.

Speaking after the meeting, the minister said, the discussions with labour leaders had been productive and positive. He added that the process of forming the minimum wage board would begin on Sunday morning.

Garment workers will receive good news regarding their long-awaited demands within the next day or two,” he said.

The minister also stressed the importance of ensuring workers’ legitimate rights while protecting the interests of the industrial sector. He said it was essential to meet workers’ rightful demands and dues while ensuring the survival of the country’s industries, maintaining a balance between the interests of workers and employers.

Highlighting the government’s initiatives, the minister said the government had been working successfully to ensure the regular payment of workers’ wages since Prime Minister Tarique Rahman assumed office.

-MT

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