Section 144 Imposed In Mumbai Till July 15

The Mumbai Police had imposed Section 144 in the city till July 15 restricting the movement and gathering of one or more people in a bid to slow down the spread of COVID-19. Only people providing essential services as well as those who have been exempted from restrictions under Mission Begin Again will be allowed to travel. Those caught violating the order will be charged under Section 188 of the IPC which carries a six-month prison term or a Rs 1000 fine or both.

As of June 30, Mumbai has reported 77,197 total cases and has recorded 4,554 deaths.

Update: 2020-07-01 08:44 GMT

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