Delhi revokes a 500 rupee fine for not donning a mask in public. Today, an official announcement will be made.

  • Oct. 5, 2022, 12:17 p.m.

New Delhi: A fine of Rs 500 for not wearing masks in public places in Delhi will be withdrawn as COVID-19 cases decline. The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) is expected to issue a notification in this regard on October 5, Wednesday. 

The decision to withdraw the fine was taken at a meeting of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA). For the unversed, a Rs 500 penalty for not wearing a mask in public was reimposed by the city authorities this April due to rising COVID cases.

However, the health ministry has advised caution in view of multiple festivals and likely mass gatherings across the country. In view of the coming festivals, Dr Rajendra Singh, a member of the NDMA, came up with a suggestion that the wearing of masks be continued up to November 15. 

Author : Rajdhani Delhi Representative

Rajdhani delhi representative

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