Number of Cattle Markets to Be Reduced If Needed: Quader

In response to the increasing concern regarding the further rise in coronavirus cases due to cattle markets ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader on Wednesday urged the authorities concerned to take the required measures in this regard and, if possible, to reduce the number of cattle markets.

"An effective guideline will be formulated before the establishment of cattle markets to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and, if possible, the number of cattle markets should be that," he said in a regular press briefing from his residence.

Quader said no one will be allowed to set up cattle markets on the highways and adjacent areas.

Talking of the flood situation, Quader, also General Secretary of the Awami League, said that housing and cropland in several parts of the country have been hit by the floods.

Relief materials are being sent to flood-hit areas and the Prime Minister is monitoring the flood situation with importance, Obaidul said.

He also urged people to work for tackling disasters with courage.