12.06.2026 17:40
In the Araban district of Gaziantep, it was claimed that agricultural workers from Şanlıurfa who wanted to have a picnic were not allowed into the park. In the footage from that moment, a person allegedly on duty was seen saying that he was following instructions and did not let the workers into the park.
It has been claimed that seasonal agricultural workers from Şanlıurfa who wanted to have a picnic were not allowed into a park in the Araban district of Gaziantep.
"THE ORDER IS LIKE THIS" AND THEY WERE NOT ALLOWED INTO THE PARK
In the images shared on social media, a person identified as a park attendant is seen stating that he could not allow the workers to enter in line with the "order." This obstacle faced by workers laboring under difficult conditions quickly sparked widespread backlash.
Following the incident, discussions about discrimination and violation of equality principles began in the public eye, while citizens and non-governmental organizations voiced their reactions. Authorities and legal experts, emphasizing that parks are public spaces open to everyone, called for an immediate administrative investigation by local authorities to examine the alleged "order" and the practice.