Dhaka: The government will be relaxing the ongoing strict lockdown restrictions across the country from August 11. Cabinet Division issued a circular in this regard on August 8.

The circular said from August 11 government and non-government offices, factories, shopping malls, markets, restaurants, hotels and public transport can resume services.

It added that the shopping malls, markets and shops would remain open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm while the restaurants and hotels would remain open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm.

All government, non-government, autonomous, quasi-government offices, industries and factories, will be opened in compliance with health guidelines, mentioned the circular.

Transports on Roads, waterways and railways will run with passengers on all seats. However, only half of the total transports will be allowed to run, said the circular.