Delhi reported 3,797 Covid cases in the 24 hours, number of tests below 30,000. (Archive)
New Delhi:
Delhi is considering closing some markets for a few days in light of the increase in cases, Prime Minister Arvind Kejriwal declared a day after his government said the city would not be subjected to another lockdown as the third wave of COVID-19 has already reached its peak.
The state is also considering reducing the number of people allowed for public gatherings to 50.
“As cases are increasing in Delhi, we are submitting a blanket proposal to the central government so that if necessary, the Delhi government can close those markets for a few days where the rules are not followed and they are becoming local hotspots. of COVID-19. “Kejriwal said today in his speech on the coronavirus.
He added that according to central government guidelines, Delhi had allowed up to 200 people at weddings.
“But now we have decided to return to the previous limit of 50 people. I sent a proposal to the lieutenant governor for his approval. I hope he will give permission soon,” said Arvind Kejriwal, noting that many were not wearing masks.
“People think that (COVID-19) will not happen to them. I ask with folded hands that the Coronavirus disease can happen to anyone and can become fatal once it infects you. Please follow social distancing. People She didn’t wear a mask during Diwali, she didn’t follow social distancing while shopping, “he said.
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