File photo of Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport Minister Obaidul Quader CourtesyObaidul Quader greeted the countrymen via a video message, on the occasion of Bangla New Year-1427Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader greeted the countrymen on the occasion of Bangla New Year-1427, calling upon them to maintain social distancing to tackle coronavirus. Quader, also road transport and bridges minister, said Pohela Boishakh is the traditional festival of Bangalees and the people from all walks of life welcome the Bangla New Year on this day. Terming Pohela Boishakh a universal cultural festival of Bangalees, he said the non-communal spirit of Bangalees is depicted in this festival. “This year, we are celebrating Pohela Boishakh at such a time when the deadly coronavirus has gripped the people of the nation,” Quader said. “That is why social distancing is the most effective way of preventing infection from the deadly virus,” he added.

Source: Dhaka Tribune April 14, 2020 09:58 UTC