AJK govt to formulate special lockdown policy for last 10 day of Ramazan: AJK PM.

MIRPUR (AJK) -- Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider Khan Tuesday said that special policy was being formulated for the last ten days of the Holy month of Ramazan to ensure implementation of the recommended precautionary measures and other SOPs issued by the government.

He was addressing a high-level meeting during his brief visit to the Kotli district in Mirpur division.

The Prime Minister said following the spread of COVID-19, the last ten days of the Ramazan were considered to be very crucial. He urged upon Ulema and masses to strictly adhered to the recommended precautionary measures by the government and health department of the state.

'Government would have no other choice but to further strict the ongoing lockdown if the precautionary measures were not taken by the general public. Transport would be completely banned and strict screening at entry points would be continued', the premier added.

He further said no gathering would be allowed in the markets and offices. 'Administration and police must jointly evolve an effectively strategy to tackle the situation on Eid', he directed.

Raja Farooq Haider Khan said due to timely measures and proactive approach, the situation of coronavirus pandemic was under control in the state.

He said his government took prudent, farsighted and timely decisions to halt the spread of COVID-19 in the region.

The Prime Minister announced that in first phase compensation would be paid to the drivers and conductors...