Covid-19 Lockdown violations: 586 violators fined, 74 FIRs registered & 129 arrested

Srinagar, May 05 : Since the outbreak of 2nd wave of Coronavirus, J&K Police has enhanced its efforts to sensitise the masses about controlling the highly contagious Coronavirus. Slew of measures including restrictions u/s 144 have been put into place to contain the spread of Covid-19.
In view of the record surge in daily cases across the Kashmir Valley, Police also enhanced the efforts to implement the Covid-19 guidelines/SOPs/restrictions strictly throughout the valley. During last 24hrs, Police has arrested 129 persons, lodged 74 FIRs and also realized fine to the tune of ₹91,650/- from 586 people for violating the guidelines/rules throughout Kashmir valley. Besides, 23 vehicles were also seized in Budgam for violating guidelines/restrictions and indulging in illegal excavation and transportation of clay. 11 shops were also seized by police along with Executive Magistrate in Beerwah and Khansahib areas of Budgam for violating Covid-19 norms.
The special drive against the violators of Covid-19 guidelines/rules continued throughout all the districts of Kashmir Valley to ensure that people adhere to SOPs/ guidelines envisaged by government to curb COVID-19 pandemic.
Community members are once again requested to cooperate with the Police in containing the spread of Coronavirus by following the SOPs/guidelines/protocols for the safety of the people. The special drive shall remain continue throughout the districts of Kashmir Valley to strengthen the safety measures.