Inspection Drive Held in Mangalore by MCC Officials: Fine Imposed on Covid Rule Violators

The state government and district administration have announced weekend curfew across Dakshina Kannada to curb the rising cases of ‘Omicron’ Covid19 variant. As per the guidelines, only shops selling essentials and emergency services were allowed operate during the weekend curfew and not commercial establishments.

The Mangalore City Corporation (MCC) Health and Revenue department officials conducted an inspection drive on Saturday January 8 after receiving several complaints. During the drive, a total of 43 cases of violation were found. They were warned and were fined Rs 12,000 in total. Two trade licenses were also withdrawn by the officials.