According to the police, they have been asked to create markings outside their shops and in the market spaces to ensure social distancing, especially among customers. They need to ensure that customers follow COVID-appropriate behaviour and stand in marked squares or circles outside respective shops. Also, volunteers have been deployed to ensure that shopkeepers and their staff follow the instructions and take necessary precautions. Also, violators were greeted with flowers at picket points to remind them to follow COVID guidelines. In some areas, the policemen encouraged shopkeepers and individuals to take a COVID pledge to follow the precautions at all times.

Source: The Hindu June 06, 2021 21:11 UTC