Dhaka, April 25, (V7N) — Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman will serve as the chief guest at a massive rally in Nayapaltan on May 1 to observe International Workers’ Day. The event, organized by the BNP’s labor affiliate, Jatiotabadi Sramik Dal, is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM in front of the party’s central headquarters.

At a press conference held today at the Nayapaltan office, BNP Standing Committee member and Prime Minister's Political Adviser Nazrul Islam Khan detailed the extensive preparations underway. He announced that BNP Secretary General and LGRD Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir will attend as a special guest, alongside Sramik Dal President Anwar Hossain and other senior leaders from the party’s central and metropolitan units.

Nazrul Islam Khan underscored the historic significance of May Day, describing it as a global symbol of the struggle for an eight-hour workday and fair labor practices. He noted that the sacrifices made by workers in 1886 continue to inspire oppressed people worldwide. Highlighting the inclusivity of the labor movement, he identified journalists as essential members of the working class whose professional organizations are governed by labor laws, calling for their support in making the event a success.

Regarding the government’s stance on labor rights, Khan explained that while the current administration has adopted pro-worker policies in its election manifesto, certain implementations have been delayed by global economic volatility and international conflicts. He clarified that this year’s rally would focus on the fulfillment of existing demands rather than introducing new ones. He also emphasized the party's self-reliance, noting that the entire program is being funded through internal donations.

The press briefing was also attended by Senior Joint General Secretary and Political Adviser Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, Sramik Dal General Secretary Nurul Islam Khan Nasim, and representatives from various trade unions, all of whom expressed optimism that the upcoming rally would be a historic milestone for the country's labor movement.

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