New Delhi: There is still no respite from covid as the cases are increasing and this year also on New Year’s Eve, like last year, people are restricted to celebrate and welcome the new year with full freedom because The growing threat from Omicron has triggered the third wave.
In this context, Tamil Nadu has imposed fresh restrictions to keep the virus at bay. Speaking to the media in Chennai, Health Minister Ma Subramaniam revealed that so far 45 omicron The cases in the state and those who are infected are all asymptomatic and were fully vaccinated. Talking further about the restrictions, he said that the Tamil Nadu Police has put a fresh ban on New Year celebrations in hotels and public places.
The Health Minister also appealed to the people to get vaccinated in the mega vaccination camp to be organized across the state on Sunday (January 2). He told ANI, “We appeal to the public to get vaccinated in a mega vaccination camp to be organized across the state this Sunday. 1600 vaccination sites are being set up in Chennai alone. Our target is to cover 2.5 lakh people in a day. Getting vaccinated.” News agency.
The restrictions on New Year’s Eve in Tamil Nadu are as follows:
- The public is not allowed to gather on the beaches of Tamil Nadu on New Year’s Eve for celebrations. Everyone has been asked to celebrate at home with their families.
- It can be tough to get drunk and drive on New Year’s Eve because of speeding up vehicle-checks and if anyone found violating the rules will end up behind bars and have their vehicles confiscated.
- Long distance commuters are advised to travel in trains and buses and avoid traveling by two wheelers.
- Large gathering at places of worship to be monitored by officials
- Hotels and accommodation are to be operated till 11 pm as per the COVID guidelines.
- Police will take strict action against those who disturb peace in public places
- People in need of emergency assistance are requested to contact 100112 and use Kavalan – SOS (Guardian SOS).
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