Bangladesh ends government outsourcing, moves workers to revenue sector
DHAKA, BANGLADESH — In a landmark decision, Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Chief Advisor Dr. Mohammad Yunus, announced the termination of outsourcing practices in various government departments.
This strategic move will transition outsourcing employees to the revenue sector, providing them with permanent status. The decision is a response to increasing demands from workers and their representatives for enhanced job security and equitable treatment.
Major policy shift aims to secure jobs
The shift in policy is expected to impact thousands of employees who have been working under temporary contracts.
By granting permanent status, the government aims to address longstanding grievances and provide greater job security and benefits to these workers.
This move is seen as a significant step towards ensuring fair treatment and stability for a substantial segment of the workforce.
Mass rally demands job nationalization
The announcement followed a large-scale rally organized by the Swadhinata Outsourcing Employee Welfare Council in Shahbag on Saturday morning. Approximately 2,000 outsourcing employees participated, demanding the nationalization of their jobs. The protestors later marched to Dr. Yunus’ residence to press their demands further.
Mahbubur Rahman, President of the Swadhinata Outsourcing Employee Welfare Council, and key figures in the sector led the rally. The demonstrators submitted a memorandum to Dr. Yunus urging the cancellation of the “discriminatory” outsourcing policy of 2018 and the transfer of jobs to the revenue sector.
Government’s commitment to addressing concerns
In response to the protest, Dr. Yunus assured the delegation that the government acknowledges the complexities surrounding the outsourcing issue.
“This issue of outsourcing did not happen in a day. Its solution is time-consuming,” he stated.
Dr. Yunus committed to taking initiatives to transition outsourcing employees’ jobs in various ministries to the revenue sector.
Protest concludes with assurance of change
Following their meeting with Dr. Yunus, the protestors peacefully concluded their demonstration around 5 pm. The government’s decision marks a significant shift in employment policy, aiming to provide stability and fairness to a substantial segment of the workforce.
As Bangladesh continues to navigate its economic and political landscape, the integration of outsourcing employees into the revenue sector represents a noteworthy development in labor rights and government employment practices. This move is expected to set a precedent for future labor reforms in the country.
