In view of the increasing tension between India and Pakistan in Panchkula, Corporation Commissioner Aparajita held an emergency meeting with market associations. Corporation Joint Commissioner Simranjit Kaur and Deputy Corporation Commissioner Apoorv Chaudhary were also present in the meeting. The Corporation Commissioner has instructed all shops to close by 7 pm. Only medical stores have been allowed to remain open.
Keep the lights of the shop board off
Traders have been asked to turn off all external lights and shop board lights. Mandis have to be closed by 6 pm. Citizens have to be alert as soon as the siren sounds during the blackout drill. The administration has appealed to the people to stay at home. Stay away from the windows and keep the curtains drawn. The Corporation Commissioner has appealed to the citizens to maintain peace.
Trust government information
Avoid rumors and inflammatory messages on social media. Trust only information from government and reliable sources. The administration has asked all citizens to strictly follow the safety guidelines. The market association is also appealing to the citizens for cooperation.
