Himachal Pradesh announces more curbs in view of rising cases of Covid-19

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The Himachal Pradesh government on Sunday announced more curbs in view of rising cases of coronavirus disease, including a ban on all social and religious gatherings in the state till January 24. The disaster management cell of the state revenue department issued an order directing all government offices to remain closed on weekends, i.e Saturday and Sunday, and to operate at 50 per cent attendance from Monday to Friday. The offices dealing with emergencies or essential services such as health, police, fire, banks, electricity, water and sanitation, public transport, telecom, will be exempted from the restrictions. The high court of Himachal Pradesh will issue separate orders with respect to the court and all other judicial offices on any Covid-related restrictions. All social and religious gatherings have been completely banned across the state.

“Other gatherings/congregations like academic sports/entertainment/cultural/political are permitted up to 50 per cent of the capacity, subject to maximum of 100 persons in indoor built up/covered areas (whichever is lower) and in open spaces/outdoor areas permitted up to 50% of the capacity, subject to 300 persons (whichever is lower),” the order said.

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