Sindh notifies new Covid-19 curbs

KARACHI: The Sindh government on Tuesday extended already enforced Covid-19 curbs in the province till February 21, ARY News reported.

According to a notification issued by Sindh Home Department, the restrictions in cities with over 10 per cent positivity rate of Covid-19 cases (Karachi and Hyderabad) will continue till February 21.

Following are the restrictions announced by the provincial home ministry:

• Indoor gatherings allowed up to 300 individuals, outdoor up to 500 for districts with positivity up to 10pc.
• Indoor gatherings banned, outdoor up to 300 for districts with positivity rate more than 10pc.
• Indoor weddings allowed up to 300 individuals, outdoor up to 500 for districts with positivity rate up to 10pc.
• There will be a complete ban on indoor dining and weddings in Karachi and Hyderabad. However, outdoor dining and weddings with maximum limit of 300 fully vaccinated guests will be allowed.
• Only vaccinated people will be allowed in gyms, cinemas, shrines, and amusement parks. However, 50% capacity will be ensured at these places in cities with more than 10% positivity rate.
• Public transport will operate with 70% occupancy (trains at 80%) for fully vaccinated and mask wearing will be mandatory throughout the journey.
• Classes for students aged below 12 years will be allowed with 50 per cent attendance in Karachi and Hyderabad.

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