With directive by the State Government in view of rapid spread of coronavirus, the Twin City Police Commissionerate expedited initiative to cancel its orders allowing holding public meetings in Twin City with immediate effect.
“The orders that were given by Commissionerate Police earlier for holding public meetings in Twin City are cancelled from today till further order,” said Police Commissioner Sudhansu Sarangi today.
“If the Health Department seeks any help from Commissionerate Police, we will provide all sorts of assistance to people suspected with coronavirus to reach the hospital for tests,” he said.
Action will be taken against people for not following the Government regulations.
Expressing concern for police personnel staying in barracks, Commissionerate Police directed to grant leave to concerned cops complaining of illness.
“As per medical reports, leave will be granted immediately if any police personnel complains of sickness,” Sarangi said.
Also, attempt is being made to put police personnel with suspected coronavirus symptoms in isolation, he added.