Guwahati: In an effort for strict implementation of the guidelines on COVID- 19 management under DM Act 2005, pillion riding has been banned, and only two persons are allowed in private cars, informed Assam ADGP (law & order) GP Singh.
Taking to Twitter, the ADGP highlighted:
1. Wearing of face masks/covers has been made compulsory.
2. Ban on pillion riding on two-wheelers.
3. In case of four-wheelers, only driver and one (on the back seat) in private cars are allowed.
4. No spitting in public place.
As per Guidelines on Covid 19 Management under DM Act 2005, There would be strict implementation of 1. wearing of face mask/cover 2. Ban on pillion riding on two wheelers 3. Only driver + one (On back seat only) in private cars 4. No spitting in public. @assampolice
— GP Singh (@gpsinghassam) April 17, 2020
Further, he added, “The cars and two-wheelers are to be allowed only for essential services as exempted, emergency services, medical emergencies.”