Amid COVID-19 surge, Delhi imposes night curfew starting today

During the night curfew hours, traffic movement will not be stopped.

Further, those stepping out for vaccination will be allowed with an e-pass.

Those working for essential services, journalists working in print and electronic media, private doctors, nurses, and other medical staffers will also be allowed to travel.

Exceptions might be made for pregnant women and others requiring medical treatment.

Ironically, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had just last week said that Delhi was going through the fourth wave of COVID-19 but a lockdown was not under consideration.

"As per the current situation, we are not considering imposing a lockdown. We are closely monitoring the situation and such a decision will only be taken after due public consultation (sic)," he had told reporters.

India has been witnessing a worrying spike in coronavirus cases over the last few weeks amid growing concerns over mutated strains of the virus and increasing laxity among people in adhering to protocols.

In fact, the country yesterday reported more than 90,000 infections for the third consecutive day, taking the nationwide tally to over 1.26 crore.

India's death toll stands at over 1.65 lakh.