Khulna fuel traders call indefinite strike from Feb 17

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06 February, 2022, 12:25 pm

Last modified: 06 February, 2022, 12:34 pm

A pump worker fills a motorcycle with fuel in Barishal. Photo: TBS

Fuel oil traders will go for an indefinite strike from 17 February in 15 districts of Khulna division to press home their six-point demand including 7% hike in commission on fuel sale.

General Secretary of Bangladesh Tank-Lorry Owners Association Sheikh Farhad Hossain announced the decision on Saturday night.

Fuel oil traders threaten strike for 7.5% commission on sales

During the strike, fuel lifting from Padma, Jamuna, and Meghna depots will remain suspended, he said.

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Publishing the commission for agents in gazette form, Tk5 lakh insurance for tank-lorry workers for any accident, and establishment of rest houses for tank-lorry workers in different areas are also among their demands.

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