Weeklong restriction begins: no bus; large number of cars, rickshaws on Dhaka roads

No public transports are plying Dhaka streets, and markets, shops on the main thoroughfares remain closed as the government-imposed weeklong restrictions on transport and public movement began today to check the spread of coronavirus.

The restrictions came into effect from 6:00am.

Officer-goers were seen taking rickshaws or walking to their destinations.

A large number of private cars, rickshaws and CNG-run auto-rickshaws were seen on the roads including in Moghbazar, Tejgaon, Satrasta intersection, Dhanmondi and Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue.

Photo: Rashed Shumon

All restaurants remained closed in the morning but as the day progressed, some started opening up -- only offering takeaway.

Law enforcers were seen patrolling at some key points.