Despite the Government taking necessary measures to implement the state-wide lockdown effectively, some people have continued to flout the orders and violate the lockdown. On Thursday, a total of 94 cases were lodged and 311 persons arrested in different parts of the State for violating the lockdown.
According to information provided by the police headquarters, till now a total of 639 cases have been registered and 2,835 persons have been arrested for flouting the state-wide lockdown. In addition to this, a total of 9,241 vehicles have been challaned and 2,652 vehicles have been seized under the Motor Vehicles Act for violation of the lockdown rules. It is pertinent to mention here that the State Government has provided a 7 AM to 1 PM window in the lockdown for purchase of essential commodities.
Four wheelers are prohibited and only one person is allowed on a two-wheeler during this window.
Action is being taken against those found loitering outdoors without a valid reason.
