Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Faruque Hassan has demanded a "transparent and comprehensive" investigation into the death of labour leader Shahidul Islam.
He also demanded that all those who are involved in the incident are brought to trial immediately and punished.
BGMEA President Hassan visited the residence of labour leader Shahidul Islam in Sreepur, Gazipur on Friday to express condolences over his death.
He also conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family members of Shahidul Islam and handed over a financial donation to his wife.
The BGMEA President offered dua at the grave of Shahidul Islam, praying for the salvation of his departed soul.
He was accompanied by Chair of BGMEA Standing Committee on Labour and ILO Affairs ANM Saifuddin and Giant Group Director Sharmeen Hassan Tithi during the visit, said a media release.
Amirul Haque Amin, President, IndustriALL Bangladesh Council (IBC); Kutubuddin Ahmed, General Secretary, IBC; Babul Akhter, General Secretary, BGIWF; Z.M. Kamrul Anam, President, Bangladesh Textile and Garments Workers League; Salahuddin Sapan, President, Bangladesh Biplobi Garments Sramik Federation; Rashedul Alam Raju, General Secretary, BIGUF; Kamrul Hasan, General Secretary, Akota Garments Sramik Federation; and leaders of other labour organizations were also present on the occasion.