BGMEA says Mirpur fire was not in formal apparel sector units

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The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has issued a statement expressing deep concern over recent media reports linking the organization and the formal apparel sector to the tragic fire incident in Mirpur.

The association clarified that the affected facilities were not part of the export-oriented ready-made garment (RMG) industry and were operating outside regulatory oversight.

BGMEA Acting President Inamul Haq Khan offered condolences, stating, "BGMEA expresses its condolences over the tragic loss of lives, prays for the eternal peace of the departed souls and for the swift recovery of those injured."

The statement confirmed information from the Fire Service and law enforcement agencies, noting that the fire originated in a chemical warehouse. The toxic fumes and smoke resulting from the explosion tragically spread to nearby establishments, claiming several lives.

BGMEA was quick to distance its member facilities from the tragedy, emphasizing the compliance status of the formal RMG sector. The affected units are not members of BGMEA.

The association stressed that these units are not part of the formal, export-oriented readymade garment (RMG) industry in Bangladesh. These factories are not affiliated with any recognized industry association. - UNB