The new night curfew rules came into effect in the twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack from 8 pm on Monday and will continue till October 20 in view of the festive season. The curfew is imposed from 8 pm to 5 am next during these days. Besides, the night curfew from 10 pm to 5 am in all urban areas of the State will continue as before.
In Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, shops and malls are to remain open from 5 am to 8 pm from October 11 to 20. All religious festivals/ festivities/ functions shall continue to be held/ celebrated/ observed across the State as per the guidelines issued by the State Government on August 9. Twin City Commissioner of Police Saumendra Priyadarshi has cautioned people not obeying the night curfew regulations with strict action.
If anyone does not follow the curfew rules, the concerned person shall face stringent action, said Priyadarshi, adding that the violators could be arrested as well.
The Police Commissioner said tight vigil would be kept on the persons with criminal antecedents. Those who get involved in extortion in the twin city would also face strict action, he added. He appealed to the denizens to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour during the Durga Puja.