Suspension of public transport to continue till April 25

The government has extended the ongoing suspension of all types of public transport operations till April 25 -- to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Road Transport and Highways Division took the decision today, Abu Naser, deputy chief information officer of Road Transport and Bridges Ministry, said in a statement.

However, all goods-laden vehicles and those used for emergency services, including transportation of  daily essentials, fuel and medicine will remain out of the purview of this suspension, he said.

No goods-laden vehicle is allowed to carry passengers.