Movie theatres to be opened from October 16

The Information Ministry has given permission to all concerned to screen films in the country’s movie theatres from October 16, reports BSS.

The ministry on Wednesday issued a circular permitting all concerned authorities to open the movie theatres keeping at least half of the number of seats in the cinema halls vacant, ensuring proper hygiene and social distancing during the prevailing COVID 19 situation, said an official handout.

Earlier, Information Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud told a delegation of filmdom that he would discuss the issue of opening the movie theatres with the Prime Minister.