In the wake of the rising Covid-19 cases, the Delhi government has decided to impose a night curfew from 11pm to 5am from Monday.
Delhi reported 290 fresh coronavirus cases on Sunday, a 16% jump from Saturday, while the positivity rate rose to 0.55%, according to the Delhi govt. It was also the highest daily spike in Delhi since June 10.
A 'yellow alert' and the restrictions that come with it will be imposed in the national capital if the positivity rate stays at or above 0.5% for two consecutive days.
The Delhi Disaster Management Authority in July had approved the Graded Action Plan in anticipation of a third wave of Covid. It aims to bring in a clearer picture of imposition and lifting of restrictions depending on the Covid situation.
Curfew from 10 pm to 5 am will be imposed during Yellow, Amber and Orange alerts. If 'Red' alert is sounded, there will be 'total curfew'.
A 'yellow alert' would also include restrictions on private offices, malls, theatres and other public spaces.