The district administration in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla has put restrictions on the number of people visiting the hill city. The curbs were announced amid concerns around tourist influx at a time when experts have warned about a possible third wave of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19). According to the latest guidelines, no one will be allowed to sit on the Ridge and pavements along the Mall Road except senior citizens. He also said that if the number of people or tourists increases more than the capacity of Ridge and Mall Road, their entry can be banned. The police in Himachal Pradesh, like other states with popular hill stations, have been imposing fine on people found without violating the Covid-19 protocol and roaming around without masks.

Source: Hindustan Times July 18, 2021 05:03 UTC