blankets

Cold wave sparks blanket boom in Siddhirganj

A biting cold wave sweeping Bangladesh has boosted demand for warm clothing, increasing activity at blanket factories at Narayanganj’s Signboard zone. Blankets made there are sold for Tk 100 to Tk 1200, depending on size and quality.

Blanket markets swell as cool winds settle

Although winter has yet to arrive in full force, Dhaka has felt a noticeable chill over the past few days. The cooler breeze has driven up sales of winter clothing, drawing more shoppers to the blanket market along GPO Road beside Baitul Mukarram Market.

Busy blanket factories in Narayanganj

Blanket factories in Narayanganj’s Signboard area are bustling ahead of winter. Workers are manufacturing blankets round the clock. Depending on size and quality, blankets are made here for prices ranging from Tk 120 to Tk 1,200 apiece.

Winter blankets sale slows down