KARACHI: The Sindh government today (Friday) announced new restrictions as part of the national “Stay Home- Stay Safe” drive to contain the third wave of the novel coronavirus during the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays.
According to a notification issued by the Sindh Home Department, the provincial government stated that the new restrictions will remain in place from May 9 to 16. The following additional measures shall apply with effect from the morning of 09th May, 2021.
Under the directives, unnecessary movement of people and gathering of any kind at any place has been banned. AII tourist spots, picnic places, including beaches (Hawkesbay, Sandspit. Sea View etc), recreational parks shall remain closed.
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The ban has also been imposed on all kinds of public transport within the city, inter-city and inter-provincial. However, taxis, cabs, rickshaws are allowed for essential short distance travels meant for medical care and purchasing of essential items.
All markets, businesses and shops will remain closed during the period. Special Eid bazaars/’Chand-Raat Bazars’ mehndi, jewellery/ornaments shops shall remain closed during the period being non-essential.
Grocery Stores, Markets of Vegetables, Fruits, Fish, Meat, and Poultry are allowed to open with restricted / limited time (to open from 05:00 am to 07:00 pm). Only Takeaways. drive-through and Home-delivery is allowed.
