Delhi bans Christmas, New Year public celebrations as Omicron cases rise

The authority has announced that "No mask/No entry should be strictly ensured at shops/workplaces."

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Dec 22, 2021 11:18
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Delhi bans Christmas, New Year public celebrations as Omicron cases rise

New Delhi: The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) on Wednesday instructed District Magistrates to take all required measures in their respective jurisdictions to control the spread in light of rising COVID cases and variant of concern-Omicron.  

The authority has announced that "No mask/No entry should be strictly ensured at shops/workplaces."

The DDMA order reads, "All DMs and District DCPs shall ensure that no cultural event/gatherings/congregation/take place for celebrating Christmas or New Year in NCT of Delhi."

Delhi reports 125 new cases, 58 recoveries, and 0 deaths in the last 24 hours; Active caseload stands at 624, reported news agency ANI. 
The number of cases of fast-spreading strain Omicron has risen to 213 in India, with Delhi and Maharashtra reporting the most number of infections.