MUMBAI: Amid the rise in Covid-19 cases in the city, Mumbai Police has imposed Section 144 to avoid large gatherings till January 7.
As per the new Covid-19 restrictions, prohibition has been placed on New Year's celebrations, parties in any closed or open space including restaurants, hotels, bars, pubs, resorts and clubs from December 30 to January 7.
"Any person contravening this order shall be punishable under Section 188 of Indian Penal Code 1860 in addition to the penal provision under the Epidemic Diseases Act 1897 and National Disaster Management Act 2005 and other legal provisions as applicable," said Chaitanya S, deputy commissioner of police.
Meanwhile, Mumbai on Wednesday reported 2,510 fresh Covid-19 cases and one death in the last 24 hours, informed the state health bulletin.
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