Jammu (NVI): The Jammu administration today ordered the closure of all shopping malls, gyms, swimming pools, recreational clubs in the district with immediate effect as a precautionary measure against coronavirus.
Section 144 has been imposed in Jammu to prevent people from gathering at such public places. The order shall remain in effect till March 31.
“District Magistrate Jammu, in exercise of power vested under Section 144 CrPc, has ordered closure of all shopping malls, gyms, swimming pools, recreational clubs in district Jammu with immediate effect. This order shall remain in effect till 31st March, 2020. Any violation of this order shall invite action under Indian Penal Code,” said an official statement.
However, the order, signed by Jammu District Magistrate Sushma Chauhan, stated that Board and competitive exams in the district shall be held as per schedule.