FAISALABAD: Some 36 more shopping malls and three restaurants were sealed due to violation of coronavirus SOPs on Monday. In addition, 30 individuals without face masks were arrested and shopkeepers were imposed Rs 26,000 fine.
Talking to reporters, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Muhammad Ali said 1,017 shopping malls, 315 restaurants, 113 private schools and 44 marriage halls were sealed and 68 vans were seized for violating Corona SOPs/lockdown since March 15, 2021.
Reports indicate that they tried to breach one of gates, harassed staff, and even scaled walls of premises
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A fierce exchange of fire ensued, but culprits managed to escape under cover of darkness
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Bokhari emphasised that cases have been registered against "Fasadis", and no one will be spared