Section 144 imposed in Mumbai till July 15 to curb spread of coronavirus

Mumbai police on Wednesday imposed section 144 of CrPC prohibiting movement people in public places and gatherings, to prevent spread of COVID-19, an official said. The prohibitory order, issued by a senior police official, says restrictions on movement of residents for non- essential work will remain in force till July 15.

The order prohibits "presence or movement of one or more persons in public places or gathering of any sort", the official said.

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