Omicron scare: Section 144 imposed in Mumbai, large gatherings banned on Dec 11-12

The violators of the order will be punished under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

New Delhi: In light of rising concerns over the spread of the new COVID-19 variant Omicron and in a bid to prevent large gatherings has imposed Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrCP) for December 11 and 12, prohibiting rallies, morchas, processions etc of persons and vehicles. 

The violators of the order will be punished under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

Maharashtra: Section 144 CrPC imposed in Mumbai on 11th and 12th December, in wake of #Omicron cases in the state. Rallies/morchas/processions etc of either persons or vehicles prohibited.