Online Desk :
Some 200 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed across the country to execute the government directives during the nationwide strict lockdown that began on Thursday morning.
Confirming the information, Director (operation) of BGB Lieutenant Colonel Faizur Rahman said that as per the notification issued by the Cabinet Division, 200 platoons of BGB have been deployed across the country, including the capital city, since this morning.
BGB members are working in coordination with the district administration and other law enforcement agencies, he added.
To curb the spread of the corona virus, the Field Admin Coordinating Wing of the Cabinet Division issued a notification on Wednesday imposing restrictions on the overall activities and public movement.
The instructions will be applicable for the overall activities and public movement from 6:00 am on Thursday to midnight on July 7.
As per the notification, no one can go outside homes in any way except for urgent needs (purchase of medicines and necessities, medical services, burial or cremation). Legal action will be taken against those who disobey the instructions.
All government, semi-government, autonomous and private offices will remain closed. Public transport will be closed on road, rail and waterways (including domestic flights) alongside all types of motorized vehicles.
All shops including shopping mall or market will be closed. All tourist centers, resorts, community centers and recreation centers will be closed.
Public gatherings such as social ceremony (wedding , reception and walima, birthdays, picnics and parties), political and religious ceremonies will be closed.
