chandigarhUpdated: Mar 17, 2020 00:58 ISTThe Chandigarh administration on Monday directed closure of shopping malls, cinema halls, gyms, nightclubs, swimming pools, coaching centres, spa centres and video game parlours till March 31, in the wake of coronavirus outbreak. The decision on precautionary measures was taken in a meeting chaired by Punjab governor and UT administrator VPS Badnore on Monday. “After closing schools and colleges, it was decided to shut down malls and cinema houses to discourage students from gathering there. As per the advisory from the Chandigarh administration to contain the outbreak of Covid-19, Elante Mall will remain shut until further notice. Meanwhile, apni mandis and markets in the city will remain open for the time being.

Source: Hindustan Times March 16, 2020 08:49 UTC