However, proper arrangements have been made for the public to buy from nearby grocery shops from 6 am till 12 noon. The district administration has also advised the Public to follow social distancing measures.

“Taking into account the surge of COVID cases in a neighbouring district, It has been decided to suspend retail sales at the central market and public will not be allowed at the central market. Proper arrangements have been made for the public to buy from nearby grocery shops from 6 am till 12noon,” tweeted district administration.

“However strict social distancing has to be ensured by the vendors failing which action will be taken. The public are advised to follow social distancing measures. Stay home to stay safe,” district administration said in another tweet.

Taking into account surge of COVID cases in neighbouring district,
It has been decided to suspend retail sales at central market and public will not be allowed at central market. Proper arrangements have been made for public to buy from nearby grocery shops from 6am till 12noon

— @DKDCOFFICIAL (@DCDK9) March 25, 2020