Posting on Facebook on Wednesday (March 4), Uttama said it was now government policy to provide public relief and stimulate the economy during the crisis. 
He said his ministry would waive some taxes and otherwise “inject money” into the economy. 
With the end of the crisis unforeseeable, he said, efforts were underway to keep the economy afloat. 
Giving money to the public was the most effective measure, he said, but it was just one of several ways that the people most effective can be supported. 
The ministry will encourage consumers to continue purchasing products and services and take other steps to boost the economy, he said. 
Once the crisis eases, even more measures will be introduced, Uttama said.

Help on the way, says finance minister

Admitting that the Covid-19 outbreak has struck a heavy blow to the economy, Finance Minister Uttama Savanayana says tax relief and direct monetary aid is on the way for citizens.