Jute mill workers resume strike
A part of state-run Platinum jute mills in Khulna is seen nearly empty on May 5, 2019, as many workers, frustrated by non-payment of overdue salaries, remain absent. Star file photo
The state-owned jute mill workers today resumed their nationwide indefinite strike after a day's break to press home their nine-point demand including payment of outstanding wages.
They are scheduled to block roads for four hours from 3:00pm.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. Meanwhile, leaders of Khulna Nagorik Andolon and the Chhatra Sramik Andolon formed human chains to express solidarity with the workers.
Workers' wages of 12 weeks and other employees' salaries of four months have remained unpaid.
Jute mill workers started their protest from April 2.
They suspended their agitation after the authorities concerned promised to pay them within April 25.
But the promise was not fulfilled and they resumed their protests earlier this month.
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