COVID-19: Wearing Mask Made Compulsory in Cuttack

Cuttack: In the wake of upsurge in the COVID-19 cases, use of face masks has been made compulsory in the public places in Cuttack, as per an order issued by the Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC).

In its order, the civic body said that there has been a sudden increase in the number of newly-detected COVID-19 positive cases within the CMC area in the last few days which requires caution among the citizens.

All citizens residing within its area as well as those visiting the city will have to wear mask appropriately while moving out and while in public places, the order said.

Similarly, all citizens maintain a social distance of two meters among themselves at all times while in public places.

All malls, shops, store owners have been asked to ensure social distancing about two meters within their premises. The responsibility of maintenance of social distancing lies with the owner of the premises, the CMC said.

The municipal corporation advised its citizens to maintain hand hygiene frequently and observe appropriate coughing/sneezing etiquette at all times.

Citizens are also advised to refrain from spitting in public places, it added.