Markets closed in Hafizabad

HAFIZABAD: On the directions of the Punjab government, all shops and markets remained closed in connection with coronavirus threat.

The markets and bazaars at Hafizabad, Pindi Bhattian, Sukheke Mandi, Kaleke Mandi, Jalalpur Bhattian, Rasulpur Tarar, Vanike Tarar, Kolo Tara and other towns of the district remained closed and only those shops were opened which were allowed by the government.

Meanwhile, a flag march was taken out under the leadership of DC Naveed Shahzad Mirza and DPO Bilal Iftikhar from Jinnah Chowk. The march passed through various roads, including Gujranwala Road, Fawara Chowk, Vanike Chowk, Farooq-e-Azam Chowk, Qatalgarha Chowk, Girjha Ghara Chowk and Kassoki Road, and later terminated at District Complex.

The DC said that the flag march was being taken to ensure the implementation of government orders and to create awareness among the public to save them from the coronavirus by adopting the preventive measures. He said that no one should be panicked and all the people should adopt preventive measures for their safety.