The Centre has asked States to ensure there are no large gatherings for Independence Day celebrations in view of the Covid-19. India continues to record an average of over 15,000 coronavirus cases daily. Covid-19 daily cases surge, Centre tells states to avoid large gatherings,
As report Union home ministry told all state authorities that “as a precaution against Covid-19, large congregations in the ceremony be avoided after Covid-19 daily cases surge. It is imperative that Covid guidelines are followed”. In a communication, the ministry said, “As a precaution, against COVID-19, large congregations in the ceremony are avoided.
It is imperative that Covid-19 guidelines are followed”. India added 16,561 new coronavirus cases taking the total tally of Covid cases to 4,42,23,557, while the active cases dipped to 1,23,535, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday.
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The death toll climbed to 5,26,928 with 49 fatalities which include 10 deaths reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am stated. The Home Ministry also asked government departments and educational institutions to carry out tree plantation programmes to spread awareness for conservation of environment.
As the national capital witnesses a sharp rise in the number of COVID cases, shopkeepers are now ensuring that people coming to the markets wear masks and maintain physical distance. But doing so has not been without difficulties, as they complain that people are becoming complacent and not following protocols.
The Delhi government recently reiterated that wearing masks in public places is mandatory and a fine of Rs 500 is to be imposed on violators. Traders are concerned that if cases continue to rise, restrictions will be imposed on markets, which are still reeling under the compound effect of inflation and multiple covid waves.
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