Shafiqul Islam (Shafiq)
The government is going hard line to control the spreading of pandemic corona virus infections. They will take a tough stance from July 1 to prevent the spread of the corona virus. Then people will not be able to leave the house without emergency services. In addition to the police, BGB and battalion police, the army will be on patrol to enforce these strict restrictions. They have been given as much authority as possible to take necessary action.
This information was given by Cabinet Secretary Khandaker Anwarul Islam at a press conference after the cabinet meeting on Monday (June 26). Earlier, a cabinet meeting was held at the parliament building on Monday morning. The cabinet also approved the draft of the Special Security Forces (SSF) Act and the Highways Act.
He said, this time there will be no movement pass. No one can get out from house, frankly. However, in case of emergency, he must be able to get out. Public transport, shopping malls and markets across the country have been closed since Monday. These restrictions will continue till 6 am on July 1. Then strict restrictions will begin.
Responding to a question from reporters, the cabinet secretary said, we are going to a very tough position from July 1 to 7, in a very tough position. We did video conferencing with four divisions. DC, Commissioner, DIG, SP, Civil Surgeon, people’s representatives were all present on the ground. Some parts of the country are turning orange, red or brown at the risk of corona. So, now there is no way but to impose strict sanctions. We are going to be in a tough position from July 1.
Asked how anyone would get out in an emergency if there was no movement pass, he said, you can’t get out everyone has to stay at home. But if you have to do burial, it can’t be done at home, then you can go out. Take the patient to the hospital, in which case you can get out.
Asked what will happen to the poor in the lockdown, he said the state minister for relief has been instructed in the cabinet meeting. Under the social security program, the program should be taken as much as last year. Especially in urban areas where there are more problems, help will be ensured.
Khandaker Anwarul Islam said, we have been going to a tough position since July 1. Implementation strategy will be decided Tuesday or Wednesday. Army, BGB, police will be on patrol. So that people do not come out in any way. Mentioning that the armed forces will patrol, he added that it will be their responsibility to take legal action against anyone who does not listen. Whether the rickshaw will run or not will be told in the order.
