The prime minister acknowledged that the strict measures could cause some issues for the livelihoods of many people. Along with saving people's lives, the Prime Minister said the government is keeping watch so that country's economy, lives and livelihoods of the people do not fall apart. I’ve taken steps for the poor and lower-income group after the second wave hit,” she said. Quoting some lines of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, the Prime Minister said that Bangalis are the victorious nation and they are surviving facing various adversities. The Prime Minister greeted the countrymen on the occasion of Bengali New Year and Holy Ramadan that fell on the same day this year.

Source: Dhaka Tribune April 13, 2021 13:24 UTC