Punjab govt imposes night curfew till January 15, schools and colleges closed as COVID-19 cases surge

A night curfew from 10 PM to 5 AM will be imposed in the state till January 15. Besides, schools and colleges will also remain shut amid rising coronavirus cases. 

CHANDIGARH: In view of spiralling COVID-19 cases, the Punjab government has decided to impose a night curfew across the state to break the chain of transmission. According to the Punjab government's notification, a night curfew will be imposed in municipal areas with certain exceptions. Bars, cinemas halls, malls, restaurants, spas will be allowed to operate at 50% capacity subject to staff being fully vaccinated.

While gyms will remain closed, only fully vaccinated staff will be allowed to attend the Govt, private offices, as per the notification issued by the Punjab government.