27 SAMPLES FOUND NEGATIVE: DC KANGRA
SAYS PEOPLE SHOULD DOWNLOAD AAROGYA SETU APP TO REMAIN VIGILANT AT PUBLIC PLACES
Arvind Sharma
May 2, 2020 09:00
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Dharamshala: Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Prajapati expressing satisfaction over the reports of 27 samples of Corona suspects from Kangra district sent for testing at Tanda Medical College and said that all the tests were found negative on Saturday. He urged people to observe social distancing as the threat of Corona virus infection was not yet over. “All should fight jointly to beat the threat of this deadly virus. People should concentrate on enhancing their immunity and come out of houses only if it is very urgent as only safety can save us. People should download Aarogya Setu App to remain vigilant at public places,” said DC.
He said that farmers should follow social distancing while harvesting. All BDOs have been asked to ensure social distancing and other precautions among the farming community. Farmers can continue their farming activities throughout the day but they should take care of frequent hand washing and wearing mask. Senior citizens and patients are being supplied prescribed medicines through home delivery at their doorsteps. No pass is required during medical emergency.
Deputy Commissioner told that it was essential for owners of groceries and vegetable shops to display rate lists to avoid overcharging. All shopkeepers have been asked to ensure social distancing. Food and Civil Supply Department has been asked to inspect rate lists regularly. He said that supply of ration, vegetables, fruit, other essential items including LPG refills and fuel was being maintained on regular basis. There is no dearth of ration and other items in the district.
