During a news briefing, Chief Adviser’s Deputy news Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder reaffirmed the government’s resolve to take the required steps to combat extortion in the ready-made garment (RMG) industry. According to him, the administration is ready to react appropriately and is fully aware of the extortion problems plaguing the industry.
“The issue of extortion is one that the government is fully aware of. We will definitely take the necessary actions if the garment sector is negatively impacted,” Azad said during the briefing at the Foreign Service Academy.
He responded to questions regarding recent disturbances in the RMG industry by saying that things have been brought under control and are now under control. According to recent statistics, the industry is returning to normal, with 99.26 per cent of the garment manufacturers in the Savar, Ashulia, and Gazipur regions operating.
The press wing of the Chief Adviser claims that there haven’t been any notable disruptions to the apparel industry in Savar, Ashulia, Narayanganj, or Gazipur. Of the 407 factories in the Savar and Ashulia regions, just three are currently closed, two of which comply with set requirements. Only two of the 871 factories in the Gazipur region are closed, but all of the factories in Narayanganj are operating.
Azad reaffirmed that law enforcement has been directed to take tough measures against anyone engaging in extortion, further highlighting the government’s proactive approach to combating the practice.