However, part of Bangladesh’s consistently high rate of infection must be attributed to the general public. Nowhere is this more apparent than in what is happening at the popular tourist destinations of Cox’s Bazar and Saint Martin’s, where tourists are seen to pay little heed to the safety rules and regulations -- rules such as wearing masks and maintaining their distance. The authorities must get strict with people, and if necessary, force them to abide by the health guidelines. Moreover, it must be ensured that all staff and personnel related to the hospitality industry, from hotels to flights to other means of transportation, are diligent in following the rules, maintaining social distance, and disinfecting. By now, there is no doubting that wearing masks, regular handwashing, and maintaining social distance are the three golden rules to help curb the spread of this deadly virus.

Source: Dhaka Tribune November 28, 2020 21:00 UTC