Dhaka, Feb. 26 -- The Minimum Wage Board has proposed a new minimum monthly wage of Tk 13,275 for workers in the battery manufacturing sector.

Under the proposal, workers would also receive a 5.0 per cent annual wage increment, along with a risk allowance for those directly engaged in the sector.

The Board under the Ministry of Labour and Employment issued a notification on February 10, announcing the proposal and inviting objections or recommendations within 14 days of publication.

According to the draft proposal, a Grade Four worker would receive a minimum monthly wage of Tk 13,275, including Tk 6,650 as basic pay.

A house rent allowance of Tk 3325, equivalent to 50 per cent of the basic pay, will be provided. Besides, they are enti...