39 people booked for violating mask requirement

Doha: The designated authorities referred 39 people to the prosecution for not wearing masks in places where they are mandatory. This was announced by the Ministry on Monday night, October 4.

The measures are in line with the Cabinet decision on gradually lifting Covid-19 restrictions announced last week, all citizens and residents must continue to wear masks in closed public places. 

However, wearings masks are not obligated in open public places except when visiting organized public activities in markets, exhibitions, and during events. Masks are also required on the premises of mosques, schools, universities, and hospitals.