, Feb. 1 -- Workers and employees of Chattogram Port observed a strike for the second consecutive day on Sunday at the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT), protesting the government's decision to lease the terminal to foreign firm DP World, disrupting import-export and worsening vessel congestion.

Cargo handling at the port remained suspended as loading and unloading of goods from ships came to a halt, causing growing suffering for traders and raising concerns over mounting financial losses.

Ignoring a cautionary notice issued by the Chattogram Port Authority, workers began demonstrations on Saturday and continued the work stoppage.

The strike was enforced from the morning at the call of the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal, SCOP and several o...