Human Chain by Biri Workers in Tangail Demanding Strengthening of Tobacco Control Law for Public Health Protection
On 23 July 2025, a human chain was held in front of the Tangail District Press Club demanding the strengthening of the tobacco control law to ensure public health and advance the goal of a tobacco-free Bangladesh. The event was organized by the Development Organization of the Rural Poor-DORP and brought together biri workers, labor leaders, youth representatives, journalists, and civil society members from Tangail.
Speakers at the event included Nazmul Haque, President of the Tangail Regional Biri Workers’ Union; Shah Alam Miah, General Secretary; union member Joymon Bibi; journalist Borhan Talukder; among others. In their speeches, they described the harsh realities of biri production, highlighting it as a low-wage and hazardous occupation. Although the demand for biris has declined na...