Curfew imposed from May 8 to 17

By Our Staff Reporter
IMPHAL, May 7 : Considering the rapid spread of Covid infections, the State Government has imposed curfew in Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Kakching, Churachandpur and Ukhrul with effect from May 8 till 17.
According to an office memorandum issued by MH Khan, Chief Secretary  (i/c) and Chairman of State Executive Committee, activities permitted are healthcare facilities, including animal health care, hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and movement of healthcare workers; all pharmacies including those selling veterinary medicines; all persons going for Covid vaccination, testing and medical emergencies; all employees and staff working in media, power, fire service, PHED, CAF & PD, Home, Health, relief and DM, police department and districts administration, good vehicles, oxygen supply vehicles, LPG and Oil tankers and vehicles of essential services like power supply fire service, water supply, waste garbage, clearance, public distribution system, medical/Covid services, internet and telecom service providers and vehicles of personnel of departments/organisations permitted to be functional.
Opening of petrol pumps and LPG outlets and movement of IOCL staff will also be permitted, said the notice and added that Imphal airport will also remain opened and movement of staff and passengers will be permitted.
Hotels for lodging will also be allowed to remain open with minimum staff.
Restaurants will remain closed.