KARACHI: Sindh government authorities on Saturday sealed 11 union councils in Karachi’s East district after 149 people were tested positive for COVID-19.
Deputy Commissioner East Ahmed Ali issued directives for sealing these union councils that included UC-6 Gillani Railways, UC-7 Dalmia, UC-8 Jamali Colony, UC-9 Gulshan-II, UC-10 Pehalwan Goth, UC-9 Jacob Line and UC – 10 Jamshaid Quarters.
According to a notification issued by the deputy commissioner, these areas have been sealed in “larger public interest and to prevent the spread outbreak of novel COVID-19.”
As per the notification, no one would be permitted to leave or enter the union councils until further orders.
Sindh government spokesperson Murtaza Wahab said the decision has been taken because there were 149 positive cases confirmed in these UCs. “The Sindh government is taking all steps to combat the deadly coronavirus,” he added.
The notification further stated “The step is being taken under Sindh Epidemic Disease Act (2014) and “in larger public interest to prevent widespread outbreak of novel coronavirus”.
“Karachi Police and Rangers are requested to cordon off above mentioned areas to ensure public safety,” the notification read.
So far, 1,318 coronavirus cases have been registered in the province with 28 deaths, while Pakistan’s infected tally has surpassed 4,800 with a death toll of 78.
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