Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Islam has urged workers not to block highways in protest over unpaid wages and bonuses ahead of Eid. Speaking to reporters, he acknowledged that every worker has the right to timely wages and bonuses. He emphasized that while factories delaying payments would be held accountable, workers should not resort to road blockades that disrupt public movement. He assured that any grievances could be addressed through appropriate channels and that the police were committed to ensuring public safety during the holiday period. The IGP also noted that during Eid, when Dhaka and surrounding districts become relatively empty, law enforcement would take special measures to prevent theft and other crimes.