Health Minister Dr. K. Sudhkar clarifies on lockdown, semi-lockdown

Bengaluru, Mar. 22, 2021 (www.justkannada.in): Health and Medical Education Minister D. K. Sudhakar today clarified that there are no plans as of now regarding imposing lockdown or semi-lockdown in the state.
Speaking to the press persons today Minister Dr. K. Sudhakar requested the people not to heed to rumors. ‘We don’t have any plans of lockdown as of now. But discussions of imposing tough rules following the onset of 2nd wave of COVID-19 pandemic will be held,” he said.
He also requested the people to compulsorily wear masks during functions and celebrations. He also warned of action against the organizers who conduct programs without taking any precautionary measures. “A sum of Rs. 250 fine will be imposed on those who won’t wear masks,” he said.
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