Dhaka, Bangladesh (BBN) - Several human rights bodies have condemned Bangladesh Garments Manufacturers and Exporters Association's (BGMEA) remark that if the duration of maternity leave is extended, it will result in higher birth rate.
The organizations in separate statements on Tuesday said BGMEA had ignored the fact that a new born needs a mother's full attention and care till it is at least six months old.
The government proposed an amendment to the 2006 Labour law, which increases the maternity leave from 16 weeks to 24 weeks.
The organizations, including Samajik Protirodh Committee, Bangladesh Mahila Parishad, and Ain o Shalish Kendra (ASK), urged the government to proceed with the amendment.
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