Delhi govt proposes curbs on weddings, sealing of markets to control COVID-19 spike

The Delhi Government has decided to roll back its decision of allowing gathering of 200 people in marriage ceremonies in the national capital. The increased number of COVID-19 cases pushed the government to restrict the number to 50 now.

When the covid situation improved in Delhi, a few weeks ago, the number of people attending a wedding was increased to 200, according to Centre’s guidelines. Now the decision is withdrawn and only 50 people will be allowed, Chief Minister Aravind Kejiriwal has said.

The Delhi government is also planning to send a proposal to seal markets if there is a massive violation of covid safety norms.

“Since cases are rising in Delhi, we are sending a general proposal to Central Government, that if required, Delhi Govt can implement shutting down those markets for few days, where norms are not being followed and they are becoming a local Covid-19 hotspot,” Arvind Kejriwal said.

“There are sufficient beds available in private and government hospitals but there is a crisis of ICU beds, the Centre is helping us with ICU beds to deal with the crisis,” Arvind Kejriwal said.