Delhi police book Bengali pastry shop owner after 35 workers found on rooftop; area sealed

After 35 people were found living on rooftop of a pastry shop in Delhi's Bengali Market, Delhi police on Thursday, have booked pastry shop owner for t hering to social distancing rms. police have stated that 35 workers were found living in "unhygienic conditions", after sealing entire area - two were taken for COVID-19 testing after showing symptoms. Bengali Market has also been listed as one of 25 hotspots in Delhi where a large number of COVID-19 patients have been seen.

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35 workers found living on pastry shop rooftop

On Wednesday, 35 workers from three different establishments were found taking shelter in Bengali pastry shop, due to lockdown. shop stated that 35 workers could t return to ir respective homes and hence were staying in shop. Moreover, y have refuted that workers were living in 'hygenic conditions' and were provided food, shelter and basic ammenities. 

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday anunced 'Operation SHIELD' in 25 containment zones to curb spre of COVID-19 and warned of strict action against those misbehaving with healthcare personnel in city. Elaborating operation during an online briefing, Kejriwal said under first 'S' of operation, government seals area immediately, 'H' - put under home quarantine, 'I'  - Isolate those having symptoms, 'E' - Ensure home delivery of 'essential services' and 'D' - Checking Door-to-door on containment areas. Delhi has reported 669 cases have been reported with 9 deaths - mainly because of Markaz issue.

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Coronavirus crisis in India

As of date, 5865 positive cases have been reported of pandemic Coronavirus (COVID-19) - 477 have been discharged and Maharashtra reported highest at 1364. 169 deaths have been reported till date. India has suspended all visas and barred travel from Afghanistan, Philippines, EU, UK, China, Malaysia and mandatory 14-day quarantine from several or countries. Prime Minister has issued a 21-day countrywide lockdown starting from 23 March to April 15 and Finance Minister has anunced a Rs 1.7 lakh crore pack under 'PM Gareeb Kalyan Scheme'. With rise in number of cases, Centre and several states are mulling extending lockdown.

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