Kathmandu: In a bid to prevent Coronavirus outbreak in the nation, the government will shut down services other than those listed as essential, across the country from today.

The Prime Minister on Friday had made an address to the nation while listing steps to fortify actions against prevention of the COVID-19. The address also mentioned halting of non-essential services offered by both private and public sectors.

All international flights also have been suspended from Saturday while long haul transportation services will stop operations from Sunday.