Faith, Stigma, and Survival: Postcolonial Insights into Tobacco Workers’ Experiences in Bangladesh

This study explores the lived experiences of tobacco workers in Bangladesh through a postcolonial lens, examining how faith, social stigma, and economic vulnerability shape their everyday lives. It investigates the tensions between religious and cultural values, the social perceptions associated with tobacco-related occupations, and workers’ dependence on the industry for their livelihoods. The study highlights how structural inequalities, limited livelihood alternatives, and social marginalisation influence workers’ dignity, identity, and survival. It offers critical insights into the intersection of labour, religion, stigma, and postcolonial power relations in Bangladesh’s tobacco industry.

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