June 21:Continuing its efforts to curb the outbreak of 2nd wave of Coronavirus, *during the last 24 hours Police have arrested 03 persons, lodged 03 FIRs and also realized fine to the tune of ₹7,00080/- from 4909 people throughout the Kashmir valley for violating the various guidelines/rules/SOPs regarding Covid-19. Besides, 23 vehicles were also seized for violating Covid norms.*

*Budgam Police today held Covid-19 awareness drive at different locations in the district. During the drive face masks were distributed among the general public. People were also sensitised about the pandemic and are requested to adopt Covid appropriate behaviour whenever they venture out of their homes.*

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 their own safety and for the safety of others. The special drive shall continue throughout the districts of Kashmir Valley to strengthen the safety measures.