Haryana imposes night curfew, bans gatherings of over 200 people amid Omicron threat

Mangalore Today News Network

Chandigarh, Dec 24, 2021: In view of rising concerns over the Omicron cases of coronavirus, the Haryana government imposed a night curfew and restricted the movement of people from 11 pm to 5 am. The state government also prohibited gatherings of more than 200 people in public places and events.

 

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced the fresh restrictions following a review meeting held in the wake of rising cases of coronavirus and the Omicron variant.

Earlier, the Haryana government had announced that eligible people who are not fully vaccinated will not be permitted inside crowded places like malls, cinema halls and restaurants in Haryana from January 1, 2022.

State Health and Home Minister Anil Vij said that wearing of masks in public places will be strictly enforced and directed the superintendents of police in the districts and other officials concerned to fine those not wearing masks.

Courtesy:India Today