New cases declining in Srikakulam
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Many hospital beds are now vacant, says Collector
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Many hospital beds are now vacant, says Collector
In an encouraging development, new COVID-19 infections are on a significant decline in Srikakulam district, thanks to the strict implementation of the curfew and a heightened awareness among people.
The average daily count, which stood at 1,500 till two weeks ago, has now come down to 600-800. The district reported 679 new cases on Thursday, out of 4,829 samples. Currently, 11,842 persons are recovering from COVID in the district. Of these, 1,472 persons have been admitted to hospital while 1,021 persons are being treated at COVID Care Centres. The remaining 9,349 persons are in home isolation with mild symptoms. The district’s total caseload stands at 1,06,862.
Police squads active at 51 points within city limits A three-day special vehicle checking drive is under way in Kozhikode city to ensure that all motorists follow lockdown regulations. The drive ordered by District Police Chief (Kozhikode City) A.V. George will ensure that no non-emergency service enters the city limits in the wake of the heightened vigil against the pandemic.
A team of Assistant Commissioners and Station House Officers will lead the drive and instantly impound vehicles used for non-emergency purposes. Such impounded vehicles will be released only after the lockdown period on payment of the pre-fixed fine. The squads will also ensure that no emergency services are interrupted during the flash checking hours.
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Islamabad
May 12, 2021
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Following directions SP (Saddar-Zone) Capt. (r) Hamza Hamayun constituted special teams under supervision of DSP Sajjad Bukari including SHO Sub-Inspector Asim Ghafar and others. This team arrested a wanted member of a bike lifter gang identified as Asad Ali and recovered two stolen motorbikes from him. While the police team arrested accused Kamran and recovered one 30 bore pistol from him.
The new pink two-wheeler patrol of the Villupuram District Police | Photo Credit:
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The patrols will respond to crimes against women and children; residents can call 181 for help
The Villupuram district police have rolled out 18 units of pink two-wheeler patrols to attend to crimes against women and children.
The personnel on the 18 scooters will patrol their respective jurisdiction along with the regular vehicles. The services of the pink patrol can be sought by contacting the toll-free number 181.
The patrol vehicles were flagged off by Superintendent of Police S. Radhakrishnan at the District Police Office here on Thursday.
The patrol will function under the special wing for Crime against Women and Children headed by Additional Deputy Superintendent of Police N. Loganathan. The wing deals with crimes against women, including female foeticide, female infanticide, acid attacks, molestations, rapes and honour killings, child abduction and child abuse.
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