'Micro smart lockdowns' imposed in five towns of Karachi's Central district

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The deputy commissioner of Karachi's Central district has imposed discrete 'micro smart lockdowns' in five towns of the district in view of emerging Covid-19 hotspots in various areas.

An order issued by the official listed residences in the five towns whose relevant streets will be sealed to contain the virus.

The movement of people residing in the listed areas will be strictly restricted and only grocery shops/convenience stores and pharmacies will be allowed to remain open during specific timings.

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