24 platoons of BGB deployed to maintain peace in industrial areas

A total of 24 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed in key areas of Savar-Ashulia, Gazipur and Narayanganj to maintain a peaceful environment in industrial zones and ensure the security of workers and the general public amid labour unrest over wage hikes and other demands.

Of the deployed forces, five platoons are stationed in Hemayetpur, Ashulia and Baipail in Savar, while 13 platoons are deployed in Chowrasta, Bhogra Bypass, Porabari, Masterbari Electricity Area, Telipara, Safipur, Chandra and Kaliakair in Gazipur, said a BGB press release on Wednesday afternoon.

The remaining six platoons are deployed at the Deputy Commissioner's Office, Chashara, Jhalukuri Bridge, BSCIC Industrial Area and Kanchpur Bridge in Narayanganj.

The BGB personnel are performing their duties in close coordination with the local administration and other law enforcement agencies.

Regular patrols and security measures are underway to maintain a peaceful atmosphere for workers to pursue their legitimate demands, ensure the uninterrupted movement of the public and prevent any untoward incidents, the release added.

Prioritising the security of workers, industrial establishments and the general public, the BGB is carrying out its assigned responsibilities with professionalism, restraint and a sense of responsibility to maintain peace, stability and a normal working environment in the industrial areas.