Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expressed “deep grief and concern” over the death of a worker, Habibur Rahman, who was killed when security forces opened fire during a labor protest at Uttara EPZ in Nilphamari. At least 10 others were injured.

In a statement, Jamaat leader Golam Parwar condemned the incident: “Firing on workers demanding their rightful dues is unjustifiable. The perpetrators must face justice.”

He also demanded proper treatment and compensation for the injured, as well as reopening of closed factories and reinstatement of laid-off workers.