Dipu Moni has called the news conference to brief the public about the "overall situation" amid concerns of students and parents over the coronavirus outbreak. She is expected to talk about whether to extend the shutdown of institutions beyond Oct 3 and when to hold the postponed HSC exams. The primary and mass education ministry has also made plans for the reopening of the schools by following the health rules. It favours a quick reopening of the institutions considering the negative impact the shutdown has had on the students' learning abilities. It also fears a rise in the drop-out rate among students from the marginal groups if the shutdown lengthens.

Source: bd News24 September 29, 2020 13:18 UTC