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HC rule seeking compensation for workers during construction of Qatar stadiums

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Published: 15:27, 30 January 2023   Update: 15:30, 30 January 2023
HC rule seeking compensation for workers during construction of Qatar stadiums

The High Court (HC) has issued a rule seeking a compensation for Bangladeshi workers, who were killed or injured during World Cup preparations in Qatar.

The court has also ordered the Foreign Ministry and Expatriate Welfare Ministry to prepare a list of victims.

A High Court bench comprising Justice Farah Mahbub and Justice Ahmed Sohel passed the order on Monday.

Respondents to the petition are Foreign Ministry secretary, Expatriates Welfare Ministry secretary, Bangladesh embassy in Qatar, ILO office in Bangladesh, Federation of International Football Association, Qatar Home Minister and Qatar Labour Minister.
 

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