In view of the surge in Covid-19 cases in the state, Himachal Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Friday urged the people of the state to be cautious and follow Covid-19 safety protocols amid the festive season.
Extending Diwali greetings to the people of the state, he said that the COVID-19 cases are increasing in the state and the country.
People need to be cautious as the vaccine for this virus is not yet available, the Chief Minister said.
“Jab Tak Dawai Nahi, Tab Tak Dhilai Nahi”, he said while urging people of the state to wear masks, keep social distancing and to avoid social gatherings.
The state has so far recorded more than 28000 COVID positive cases and over 400 fatalities due to the virus.
In the past one week, Himachal has seen a sudden surge in infections following which the government had decided to grant special vacation from November 11 to 25 in educational institutions across the state.