New Delhi: Twenty coronavirus hotspots, including Delhi’s famous Sadar Bazar, have been sealed in the national capital. No one will be allowed to enter or exit from these areas, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has announced.
“The government will ensure delivery of essential items in areas that have been sealed to combat COVID-19 spread,” Mr Sisodia said.
The list of 20 areas is yet to be released.
Delhi also declared that face masks will be compulsory for people stepping out of their homes.
“Wearing of facial masks can reduce the spread of coronavirus substantially. Therefore, it has been decided that facial masks will be compulsory for anyone stepping out of their house. Cloth masks will be eligible too,” Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said this evening.