Medical technologists and pharmacists in Bangladesh have issued a stern warning to the government, threatening work stoppages if their demand for promotion from the 11th grade to the 10th grade is not implemented. On 10 November, they staged a human chain protest outside the National Press Club in Dhaka, accusing the Ministry of Public Administration of deliberately stalling their files. Frustration has been mounting as their six-point demand remains unresolved, with professionals insisting the upgrade is essential for recognition and fair treatment in the health sector.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami is intensifying its political campaign, combining street protests with calls for dialogue. The party has urged the BNP to take the lead in negotiations, while pressing the government to act as a neutral referee. Jamaat’s strategy focuses on building consensus among opposition parties while keeping pressure on the authorities.
The party has outlined three core demands:
Full legal implementation of the July Charter.
Emergency orders based on the Consensus Commission’s recommendations.
A clear stance on holding a referendum before the national election.
As part of this push, Jamaat has announced a mass rally at Paltan on 11 November at 2 p.m., signaling its intent to escalate pressure while seeking broader political alignment.
Together, these movements one professional, the other political reflect growing unrest in Bangladesh. Healthcare workers demand recognition and reform, while Jamaat seeks systemic change in the electoral process. Both highlight the challenges facing the government as it balances administrative efficiency with mounting political and social pressures.
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