Punjab imposes curfew to combat coronavirus

Punjab government on Monday imposed a curfew  to stop spre of coronavirus, making it first state to take drastic measure.

Chief Minister Amarinder Singh anunced curfew as people were defying lockdown imposed in state, officials said.

After reviewing situation with Chief Secretary and DGP, CM has anunced a full curfew with relaxations, an official spokesperson said.

Curfew was imposed as people were still coming out in large numbers. So idea is to keep m inside, a senior official told PTI.

deputy commissioners have been asked to issue necessary orders, spokesperson said.

Anybody seeking relaxations to restrictions will get m for a given period and purpose, spokesperson ded.