Replicate One Minute Bazar

A few days ago, this newspaper reported on the Bangladesh Army's brilliant initiative to set up "One Minute Bazar" on the playground of Agrabad Government Colony School in Chattogram. In these precarious times, it is very important to maintain social distancing. With that in mind, the Bangladesh Army tried to form a model market for lower-income groups where they can get their essentials safely. The vegetables were bought from root-level farmers in Chattogram for fair prices, with an aim to kickstart economic activity at the grassroots. Based on the list prepared by army officials, the poor and physically challenged were given the food items for free. I feel the authorities and other NGOs can replicate this concept and implement it nationwide. Besides, the affluent people should also come forward to help put a smile on the faces of the distressed.