New Delhi: The government led by Arvind Kejriwal will send a new proposal to the Center requesting its permission to impose the blockade on the market areas to control the growing cases of coronavirus. Also read – As cases emerge in the national capital, is the Delhi government considering another blockade? What we know so far
“Since the cases are increasing in Delhi, we are sending a general proposal to the central government, that if necessary, the Delhi government can implement the closure of those markets for a few days, where the rules are not followed and they are becoming a local COVID-19 hotspot, ”Prime Minister Arvind Kejriwal said while addressing an online press conference. Also read: There is no plan to impose closure again in Delhi, says Sisodia hours after Kejriwal asked the center for permission
He claimed that Delhi and the central government are making ‘double efforts’ to control the COVID-19 situation in the capital city. Also Read – Delhi’s COVID Rise Is The Worst In The World; The center prepares the fight plan, directs the air transport of 75 doctors and 250 paramedics
“I am grateful to the central government for helping the people of Delhi by increasing 750 ICU beds immediately. All governments and agencies have redoubled their efforts to control COVID-19, but it can’t be done until people take precautions. I appeal to everyone to wear masks and follow social distancing, ”said the prime minister.
In addition, he reported that the AAP government has sent a proposal to LG Anil Baijal in which it has recommended that only 50 people be allowed to attend wedding functions. Previously, the government, in accordance with the Center’s guidelines, had allowed 200 people to attend the event.
“When Corona’s situation improved in Delhi a few weeks ago, the number of people who attended a wedding increased to 200, according to the Center’s guidelines. Now it is retiring and only 50 people will be allowed. The decision has been sent for LG’s approval, ”Kejriwal told reporters.
In particular, Delhi has witnessed an increase in the number of new COVID-19 cases in recent days. The national capital had recorded its highest peak in a single day of 8,593 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday. On Thursday, 104 deaths were recorded, the highest in a day in more than five months.
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