Bangladesh Bank today extended the withdrawal limit from ATM booths to Tk1 lakh as all financial institutions including banks will remain shut during the weeklong strict lockdown.

The central bank issued a circular on Monday in this regard.

It said banks should take necessary steps to ensure availability of funds in the ATMs during a weeklong stricter lockdown that starts from Wednesday.

The directive will remain in effect from April 14 to April 21, which also said that ATMS and mobile financial services (MFS) will remain operational during the strict lockdown to provide cash as per the demand of the general public.

The central bank also asked the lenders to keep adequate cash and internet services at their ATM booths to ensure uninterrupted service to their clients.

The previous limit was Tk 50,000.

BDST: 1528 HRS, APR 13, 2021
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