AJK to impose 15-day lockdown to curb spread of COVID-19

The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has decided to impose 15-day lockdown from November 20 to curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

As per details, the decision was made on Tuesday after the region's cabinet was briefed on the latest coronavirus situation.

The government will impose a lockdown in all districts simultaneously.

All public gatherings, including weddings, have been banned, while religious gatherings and funeral prayers will be carried out under COVID-19 SOPs.

All businesses and offices will remain closed while the government offices will operate at 50% capacity. Only essential services will be allowed under coronavirus SOPs.

Amid the rapid increase in positivity rate, the government is closing down schools and requested locals and Kashmiris based abroad to avoid travel.

The government will announce the lockdown at a press briefing later today.