GUWAHATI: In view of the rising number of coronavirus cases in the state, the Assam government made it compulsory for people to wear masks, failing which they would be fined Rs 500.
The order has been issued under the Epidemic Diseases Act in a bid to contain the spread of the deadly disease.
"It is not necessary to use readymade mask, people can cover their mouth and face with gamosa or handkerchief also," informed Himanta Biswa Sarma, the health and finance minister of Assam.
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He added that all shop owners are to maintain social distancing among customers. Otherwise, apart from 28 days quarantine, further actions might be taken against the owner.
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