Retail sales in vegetable, flower markets banned in Madurai

Collector warns sealing of shops if COVID-19 norms are violated

After instructing major temples to ban entry of devotees till August 8, Madurai district Collector S. Aneesh Sekhar, has directed major vegetable, flower and fruits markets to suspend retail sale with immediate effect. The Collector, who is also the chairman of District Disaster Management Authority, warned of closure of the vegetable and fruits market and flower market in Mattuthavani and the wholesale vegetable market in Paravai, if the traders failed to follow the standard operating procedures. Dr. Sekhar said that crowding should be avoided in the markets. All those who enter the markets should wear face masks and also maintain physical distance. If the traders fail to ensure these measures, the markets will be closed down.