Assam Government on Friday reiterated the mandatory use of mask in public places in the state in order to contain the spread of Covid-19 . A notification issued by the office of Deputy Commissioner, Kamrup stated that “… it is noted that some persons are not complying with directions for use of face cover.”
Therefore, the Govt Health and Family Welfare Department in excercise of powers conferred under the said regulations hereby direct that the following measures will be complied by the general population within the state of Assam-
- All persons moving for whatsoever purpose and whatever reason/authority in public places like street, hospital, office, market etc. must compulsorily wear 3-ply mask or cloth mask. In absence of mask a Gamusa or any other traditionally woven cloth in at least two layers which completely covers the mouth and nose can also be used.
- No person/official will attend any meeting/gathering without wearing masks.
- Any person moving around in personal/official public vehicle must be wearing mask compulsorily.
- Any person working at any site/office/workplace must wear mask.
- Mask used by one person shall not be used by any other person.
- Disposable or single used masks shall be be properly disposed.
Cloth masks should be washed properly with soap and hot water and dried, after every single use. It will be the responsibility of the employer to ensure that his/ her employees wear the 3- ply mask or cloth musk without fail. Anybody violating these instructions on the use of face cover will be punishable under section 188 of the Indian Penal Code.
All police officers not below the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police shall compound the offense on payment of rupees five hundred for the first, second and third offense and on payment of one thousand rupees for the subsequent offenses. Fines thus collected shall be deposited into Government Treasury through treasury challan under the Head of Account 0070 – Other Administrative Service – 01 -Administration of Justice – 102 – fines & Forfeitures, after maintaining due records.
This order comes into force with immediate effect and until further order.
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