Dist Admin Allows Restricted Movement in Containment Zones for Procurement of Essentials This Weekend

12:43 PM Jun 26, 2020 | G Plus News

GUWAHATI: The district administration of Kamrup Metro has allowed restricted movement of persons residing within containment zones for a limited period over the coming weekend of June 27-28.

The relaxation has been given for people to be able to arrange for essential items as they have already been residing within zones where movement is strictly restricted.

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The movement of such persons is allowed on conditions of physical distancing and other COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Meanwhile, replying to the query of a Twitterati who was concerned about those living in Containment Zones and lockdown wards where movement of persons is restricted, Chief Secretary Kumar Sanjay Krishna said that “(people) will be allowed in Saturday and Sunday to go for collecting essentials.” 

Further, vide notification the adminsiatrion also informed that those residing in areas with ward-wise lockdown are allowed to purchase essential items from the market and carry out of other emergency works from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on 27th and 28th June, 2020. 

The residents are advised to visit the nearby markets avoiding overcrowding and by maintaining COVID-19 protocols.