The government is working tirelessly to ensure that the coronavirus outbreak remains under control, said the prime minister’s ICT Affairs advisor Sajeeb Wazed Joy.
“Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League Government are working tirelessly to ensure that the situation remains under control,” he said on his Facebook page on Sunday (Mar 22).
He said that in addition to setting up isolation facilities, the local administration is strictly enforcing home quarantine.
He added that all international flights to Bangladesh except four has been stopped and the incoming passengers are being screened thoroughly.

“We have cut short our celebrations for Mujib Year. All educational institutions have been closed. We have restricted all social, religious and political gatherings. If need arises, we will go for further measures,” he said.
Joy said that the health sector workers have necessary protection and the government was extending the testing facilities.
He encouraged people to follow the instructions provided by the WHO and the Government of Bangladesh to keep safe.
He added that the crisis can be overcome if people follow instructions properly.