News / More industrial unrest in Bangladesh, more opportunity for India

Chittagong port © Asmtamanna |

Chaos has gripped Bangladesh’s supply chains, with strikes on rail networks and transport operators threatening another walkout – creating further opportunities for Indian companies.

Railway staff walked out this morning, leading to suspended passenger and freight services, compounding existing congestion at both Chittagong and Dhaka’s rail inland container depots (ICDs).

Following a meeting with the country’s rail secretary and the Bangladesh Railway director general, staff representative Saidur Rahman said “we could not reach a solution”.

Striking workers are demanding improved daily pay and ...