Compensate Rana Plaza victims before Apr 24

Readymade garment (RMG) workers in Dhaka on Sunday demanded that the victims of Rana Plaza building collapse and their families be compensated by April 24, the first anniversary of the tragedy. They came up with the demand at a human chain programme organised by Sommilito Garments Sramik Federation (SGSF) in front of the Jatiya Press Club in the capital. SGSF president Nazma Akhter said many workers fall victims to different accidents in RMG factories each year due to negligence of the government and factory owners to ensure their safety. Nazma said the country’s RMG industry would keep on facing hindrances until the workers’ rights are fulfilled and their promotions ensured, according to a news agency.