DC B’la convenes meeting of MC members, discusses anti-covid measures

Baramulla: In its efforts to combat COVID-19 outbreak in the district, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Dr G N Itoo Thursday chaired a meeting of members of Municipal Council (MC) to discuss various anti-corona measures to contain the transmission of virus.
On the occasion, the DC deliberated upon the members to play a proactive role and sensitize various stakeholders in their respective areas to prevent spread of the virus and urged them for adoption of preventive measures productive for averting the risk of infection.
Meanwhile, the DC emphasized for maintaining sanitation and hygiene and urged upon the people to follow all the requisite advisories and guidelines issued in connection with COVID-19 in letter and spirit.
He also exhorted upon the vulnerable persons, especially senior citizens, to remain more cautious and not assemble at such spots where the gathering is expected.
DC also directed the SSP Baramulla to ensure the implementation of all the SOPs and guidelines and said any kind of laxity won’t be tolerated.
Executive Officers of the district, various officers and officials among other functionaries attended the meeting.