According to a list compiled by the Chattogram Industrial Police, around 22 factories across the city and the Chattogram EPZ have ceased operations in the past year. SM Abu Tayyab, former first vice-president of BGMEA, said survival has become “very difficult” for garment factories in the current global context. He pointed out that Chattogram factories are particularly affected because they produce more goods for the American market. 30 OTHER FACTORIES CLOSEThe Industrial Police data shows that 50 factories of different categories, including the 22 garment factories, have shut down permanently in Chattogram over the past year. More than 8,000 workers have lost their jobs in the permanently shut factories, while around 43,000 workers have been affected by temporary closures.

Source: bd News24 October 24, 2025 15:24 UTC