The total number of confirmed positive cases in the state jumped to 594883, of which 4020 is active. Chief Minister Amarinder Singh also directed the state police chief, Dinkar Gupta, to challan all political leaders violating the Covid rules while holding rallies and protest meetings. He also ordered opening of bars, cinema halls, restaurants, spas, swimming pools, gyms, malls, sports complexes, museums, zoos to those who have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine. Announcing the easing of restrictions during a review meeting, the CM said use of masks must be ensured at all times. PATH has informed that the machine is likely to be installed by July 25, as per a government statement.

Source: Indian Express July 09, 2021 22:18 UTC