In view of the spike in Coronavirus cases in the city, the Delhi government on Wednesday said it was making wearing of face masks mandatory in public places and re-imposing a fine of Rs 500 on anyone found violating this rule.
The government is expected to issue an official order regarding the mandatory use of masks soon. Sources said authorities have been asked to keep a close watch on social gatherings and ramp up testing in the national Capital.
The government's move to bring back a strong mask mandate comes a few weeks after it removed the fine for not wearing masks citing a decent recovery from the Omicron wave of the pandemic earlier this year.
After the DDMA meeting, officials aware of developments said Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is closely monitoring the situation and instructions have been issued to officials for taking steps to check the spread of the virus and preparations for the treatment of Covid patients.
In the DDMA meeting, emphasis was laid on vaccination of eligible groups as it will help keep in check the impact of the pandemic, officials added.
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