COVID-19: Night curfew in Delhi, here’s what’s allowed, what’s not

The coronavirus cases in India have been increasing day by day and due to the rising numbers in Delhi, the Government has imposed a night curfew to curb the virus spread effectively today. The night curfew will remain in effect from 10 pm to 5 am till April 30.

News agency ANI tweeted as: “Night curfew imposed in Delhi from 10 pm to 5 am with immediate effect till 30th April, in the wake of #COVID19 situation: Delhi Government”

Check out the tweet:

Night curfew imposed in Delhi from 10 pm to 5 am with immediate effect till 30th April, in the wake of #COVID19 situation: Delhi Government pic.twitter.com/V3WufATG77

— ANI (@ANI) April 6, 2021

Here’s what’s allowed and what’s not:

• No restrictions on traffic movement during night curfew.
• Pregnant women and patients going for treatment exempted.
• Essential services will be exempted from 10 pm to 5 am night curfew in Delhi.
• Owners of ration, general, fruits, vegetables, and medical stores will be allowed.
• Print and electronic media personnel will also be allowed movement with e-pass.
• Markets, restaurants, pubs, bars, nightclubs, and party venues, are to be closed by 10 pm
• Private doctors, nurses, and other medical staff would be allowed movement with ID cards.
• Passengers going to airports, railway stations, and bus stations will also be exempt from the rule but have to produce a valid ticket.
• Buses, metro, autos, taxis, and other modes of public transport will be allowed to ferry only those who are exempt from night curfew.

On Monday, Delhi recorded 3,548 new Covid-19 cases. With this, total cases in the national capital reached 6,79,962, including 14,589 active cases.

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