The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) on Monday (May 4) formally inaugurated a new day-care center for the children of its employees at the BGMEA Complex in Uttara, Dhaka.

The 'BGMEA Md. Reazuddin Day-Care Center,’ named after one of the pioneers of the RMG industry who also served as the first vice-president of BGMEA, was inaugurated by current BGMEA President Mahmud Hasan Khan.

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Several prominent BGMEA leaders attended the ceremony, including Senior Vice President Enamul Haque Khan, Vice President Md. Rezwan Selim, Vice President (Finance) Mizanur Rahman, Vice President Md. Shihab Uddoja Chowdhury, Director Shah Rayed Chowdhury, Director Mohammad Sohel, and Acting Secretary Major Md. Saiful Islam.

Speaking at the inauguration, BGMEA President emphasized the importance of the organization's staff. "The officers and employees of BGMEA are the main driving force of the organization," he said.

"This modern day-care center has been launched to ensure the security and proper development of the children of our working parents. As a result, employees will be able to perform their duties with greater peace of mind, leaving their children in a safe environment," he added.

According to BGMEA sources, the center is equipped with modern amenities. It offers an environment suitable for children’s play and primary education, along with experienced supervisors. The facility maintains high standards of cleanliness to support the physical and mental development of the children.

Following the inauguration, the BGMEA president and other leaders toured the center’s rooms and inspected the facilities designated for the children.

Employees welcomed the initiative, stating that having such a facility within the office premises would reduce worries during their professional lives.

BGMEA noted that it regularly implements various welfare activities to create a worker-friendly environment.