Stringent guidelines for shops, establishments

Staff should possess COVID-19-negative or vaccination certificate

The district administration has introduced stringent guidelines for shops and establishments given the COVID-19 scenario in the district. The administration has directed shops and supermarkets to avoid mega sales and offers for two weeks and ensure strict adherence to the COVID-19 guidelines. Commercial establishments have been asked to prevent crowds within their premises. Shops should down shutters by 9 p.m. The takeaway counters of hotels and restaurants can function till 11 p.m. The decisions were taken at a meeting convened by District Collector Navjot Khosa with representatives of trade organisations here on Thursday.