Delhi govt bans Christmas, New Year gatherings as Omicron cases rise

Delhi government has issued an order on today banning all cultural events and gatherings for Christmas and New Year celebrations in the national capital in view of rising cases of Omicron variant. They have alerted the district magistrates to take all necessary precautions in their respective jurisdictions to control the spread of new variant.

“All DMs and District DCPs shall ensure that no cultural event/gatherings/congregation/take place for celebrating Christmas or New Year in NCT of Delhi,” read the order .

“Since, wearing of mask is the most important weapon in fight against Covid-19, RWAs and MTAs should be advised not to allow their residents, shopkeepers and customers without mask in their respective areas/public places,” the order read.