Bangladesh has deployed 12 platoons of border guards across Gazipur and Narayanganj amid continuing garment worker protests over wages….reports Asia Lite News Desk
Border Guard Bangladesh has deployed 12 platoons of personnel across industrial areas in Gazipur, Narayanganj and neighbouring locations to contain labour unrest and maintain law and order, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.
The deployment aims to protect public safety, safeguard property and facilitate the smooth functioning of industrial operations amid protests by garment workers.
According to the BGB, 10 platoons have been stationed in the Sofipur, Kaliakair and Konabari areas of Gazipur, while two platoons have been deployed in Chasara, Narayanganj. The situation in adjoining areas, including Ashulia and Mirpur, is also being closely monitored.
The personnel are working in coordination with local administrations and other law enforcement agencies to maintain security and prevent further disruption.
How is Bangladesh monitoring the unrest?
The BGB has introduced technology-based surveillance measures, including drones and body-worn cameras, to monitor developments and respond quickly to incidents.
Drone surveillance has been intensified along major roads, intersections and sensitive locations, while body-worn cameras are being used to monitor the activities of personnel deployed on the ground.
Live footage from both systems is being monitored at a Central Monitoring Cell established at BGB Headquarters. The system allows officials to assess the situation in real time, coordinate with field units and issue necessary instructions.
The BGB said its personnel were operating with professionalism and restraint to protect lives and property, maintain public movement and restore normalcy in affected industrial areas.
The deployment comes as garment workers continue protests over wage-related demands across Bangladesh.
Earlier on Tuesday, clashes broke out between garment workers and police in Dhaka’s Mirpur area, as demonstrations entered their fourth consecutive day. Police used tear gas and baton charges to disperse protesters and bring the situation under control.
The clashes occurred hours after several garment factories, particularly in Mirpur, partially resumed operations, with workers returning to their workplaces in the morning.
However, tensions escalated again when workers left factories and gathered on the streets, prompting security personnel to intervene.
The situation was later reported to be largely under control, with police continuing patrols in the area.
The BGB said coordinated operations with local authorities and intensified surveillance would continue to maintain peace and normalcy across the affected industrial zones.
