Lahore CTO directs to challan drivers without face mask
Twelve cases have been lodged so far over violation of the coronavirus SOPs in public transport.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Lahore CTO has on Saturday strictly ordered traffic police to challan all drivers without face masks after new restrictions by the National Command and Operation Center (NCOC).
The CTO said in his directions that single drivers, either on motorbike or in car, will not be challaned. Furthermore, twelve cases have been lodged so far over violation of the coronavirus standard operating procedures (SOPs) in public transport.
It is pertinent here to mention that the NCOC has notified new coronavirus related restrictions which will remain enforced till May 17, 2021. According to the notification, government has made the following decisions to curb the virus spread.
-Schools to be closed in all districts with positivity rates higher than 5% including classes from 9-12.
-Markets will close at 6pm, and only shops selling essential goods will be allowed to remain open till late.
-Indoor and outdoor dining has been banned and only takeaway is allowed.
-Two days will be observed as closed days during a week (choice of days will be as per discretion of federating units) and Section 144 will be imposed for strict implementation of restrictions.
-Indoor gyms to remain closed
-Offices to close at 2pm with 50% staff to work from home
