Summary Three sub-divisions of Central District in Karachi have been placed under micro smart lockdown.
KARACHI (Dunya News) - Deputy Commissioner Karachi Central District has imposed micro smart lockdown in three sub-divisions of Central District in Karachi on Tuesday in the wake of rising number of coronavirus cases, Dunya News reported.
According to the notification released today, at least three sub-divisions of Central District in Karachi have been placed under micro smart lockdown with an immediate effect until April 6.
Union Councils in North Karachi, North Nazimabad, and Liaquatabad shall observe the order of lockdown to curb the covid spread. The notification said lockdown is being imposed after the District Health Officer pointed out COVID-19 hotspots in these areas.
All those entering and exiting the said areas will be required to wear face masks while the irrelevant people who have nothing to do in these areas will not be allowed to pass them.
Pillion riding on bikes is also banned in these areas considered the hotspots for the virus while all commercial activities, including retail business and industrial units, shall remain suspended in these areas.
The notification also said that assembling and gatherings will not be allowed in these areas as well. The notification said those who are tested Covid positive shall observe quarantine within their homes.
