Penalty for no mask, spitting in public: Vij

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Updated At : 12:41 PM May 21, 2020 IST

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Chandigarh, May 20

Home Minister Anil Vij today wrote to state Home Secretary for making provisions so that fine could be imposed on people for not wearing masks and not maintaining social distancing in public places.

In Lockdown 4.0, several relaxations are in place and the movement of people has increased in the state.

Vij said, “There will be fine for spitting, not wearing mask, not maintaining social distancing in public places, for inviting over 50 people to a wedding and not limiting the number to 20 at a funeral.” “The Home Department will work on the provisions. Rules need to be made so that all can enjoy the relaxations.” —TNS

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