The government has again extended the ongoing lockdown for another week starting from May 23 midnight until May 30 in a bid to prevent the spread of coronavirus (Covid-19).

The Cabinet Division issued a gazette notification in this regard on Sunday (May 23).

All restrictions imposed earlier will be in place to contain the spread of coronavirus, the notification said.

In the notification, all kinds of public transports, including inter-district buses, have been allowed to operate carrying passengers with 50 percent of their capacity.

All passengers, drivers and helpers will have to wear masks and maintain health guidelines.

Besides, the restaurants can serve customers with 50 percent of their capacity.

Earlier on May 16, the government had extended the countrywide lockdown until May 23