The state witnessed a sudden spurt in Covid cases as over 4,000 were added in the last five days. (file)
Amaravati:
The Andhra Pradesh government, in view of the spurt in the number of cases in the last few days, decided to impose a fresh COVID curfew on Monday from 11 pm to 5 am.
The state saw a sudden spurt in coronavirus cases as over 4,000 were added in the last five days.
At a high-level review meeting here, Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy directed health department officials to implement other restrictions as well and ensure that people strictly follow the COVID appropriate behavior to check the spread of the virus.
From now on, only 200 people will be allowed for any outdoor event and half the people will be allowed for an indoor event.
Only alternate seating will be allowed in cinema halls and auditoria.
Physical distancing will have to be followed at all places of worship.
“Ensure that people compulsorily wear (face) masks. If not, impose fines. Shops and commercial establishments should strictly follow all COVID restrictions,” the chief minister told health officials.
The Chief Minister also directed the officials to set up a COVID care center with all facilities in each of the 175 assembly constituencies.
The 104 Emergency Call Center should also be strengthened to respond promptly to any call for medical assistance.
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