Shops To Open For Longer Hours For 5 Days In Punjab

In an attempt to “keep the economy running”, the government of Punjab in Pakistan has decided to open the market for 5 days for long working hours. This has been done because of the pressure by the business community. However,the traders are to make sure that all customers are wearing masks and customers should have […] The post Shops To Open For Longer Hours For 5 Days In Punjab appeared first on Nation Bytes.

Jul 22, 2020 - 16:37 Updated: Jul 22, 2020 - 16:37
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Shops To Open For Longer Hours For 5 Days In Punjab

In an attempt to “keep the economy running”, the government of Punjab in Pakistan has decided to open the market for 5 days for long working hours. This has been done because of the pressure by the business community.

However,the traders are to make sure that all customers are wearing masks and customers should have their hands sanitized too. Anyone not wearing a mask will be charged Rs. 3000.

“The Punjab government is currently not heading towards another lockdown, but will review the on-ground situation after seven days,” an official privy to the development

“Eventually, the traders will suffer losses if businesses are shut for not observing the laid down SOPs in the markets, bazaars and public transport,” an official added.

Parks and recreational centers where there is a high probability of harsh public gatheringwillremain close.

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