Punjab makes full vaccination, negative RT-PCR test mandatory for entry in state from August 16

Only fully vaccinated people or those carrying negative RT-PCR report will be allowed entry into Punjab from Monday, the state government said. CM Amarinder Singh has called need for strict monitoring of people coming to Punjab, especially from Himachal Pradesh and Jammu.

From Monday, people visiting Punjab will be allowed entry only if they are fully vaccinated or have a negative RT-PCR report, the state government said on Saturday. The new restrictions were announced following a Covid meeting held by Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh where he highlighted the need for strict monitoring of people coming to the state, especially from Himachal Pradesh and Jammu.