Quader, also the Awami League general secretary, said: “If required, we will lockdown some areas following recommendations (from Ministry of Health). People should follow the instructions to prevent the spread of the virus,” he said. If it is required, we will suspend all public transport.”As of now, at least 11 Covid-19 patients have been confirmed in Bangladesh. The government on March 14, had prohibited all incoming flights from Europe, except the United Kingdom, till March 31. Besides, all cinema halls around Bangladesh are going into lockdown mode from March 18 to April 2.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 18, 2020 08:24 UTC