Ensure strict lockdown to combat coronavirus threat: Rajasthan CM Gehlot to officials

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Sunday directed officials to ensure strict lockdown and curfew in state to prevent spre of coronavirus. He said it was necessary for people to stay indoors at this critical time.

Gehlot was reviewing lockdown and curfew situation in state through video-conferencing with home department and senior police officials. chief minister directed to provide proper security to doctors and healthcare workers undertaking screening and surveying of patients. 

Gehlot directed that police officers should put an effective check on rumours and misinformation being spre through social media and or means. 

Officials informed chief minister that curfew is in place in 34 police station areas of different districts of state, an official statement issued here said.

More than 50 cases have been registered and action has been taken against over 300 people for posting misleing information on social media, it said.

Gehlot also directed to ensure all arrangements for isolation for COVID-19 patients, availability of medical equipment, delivery of ration and food items, necessary arrangement in camps me for migrant workers, pregnant women, statement said. 

Im Credits: ANI