NCOC morning session was held chaired by Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar Co chaired by National Coordinator NCOC.
? The Forum was briefed on alarming and rapid spread of third wave of Covid -19 ,
? With an increase of 4 - 5 thousand cases daily, pressure is mounting on health care facilities across the country.
? Hospital admissions and bulk requirements of oxygenated bed has increased manifolds.
? 91% oxygen produced in country is being already consumed. Major share is
? going to hospitals.
? Masses are not taking situation seriously. SOPs are being violated across the
? board.
? Situation is escalating fast, if the spread prevails, NCOC will consider locking
? down major cities.
? Provincial administrations is requested to ensure implementation of NPIs and
? SOPs.
? In view of above fol were NCOC suggestions , shared with Provinces for their input.
Decision will be taken on 23rd April at NCOC.
o Ban on all activities after 6:pm till Sehr (stay safe / stay home policy) – Only exemption to petrol pumps, medical stores and vaccination centers
o Saturday / Sunday as closed day – only exemption to medical stores, petrol pumps, vaccination centers, poultry and vegetable shops (Closure of remaining all sectors / shops)
o True implementation of 50 % work from home policy – Each Secy of respective ministry, president banks / depts etc to ensure.
o Reduced office hours from 09:00 am – 02:00 pm
o Expansion in already enforced broader lockdowns with stringent mobility protocols
o Closure of all type of Gyms
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