DHAKA, March 24, 2020 (BSS) – Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul
Quader today said public transport services will remain suspended from March
26 to April 4 across the country aiming to contain the spread of coronavirus
(COVID-19).
In a video message, he said truck, covered van and the vehicles carrying
medicine, fuel and perishable items will remain out of its purview.
“Considering the safely of commoners, the government has decided to
lockdown the public transports,” the minister said, adding that no passenger
can travel by goods-laden vehicles during the period.
The Road Transport and Bridges Ministry also issued a notification in this
regard today.