In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has directed to constitute Covid Management Teams comprising Deputy Commissioners, SPs, Chief Medical Officers among other officers for ensuring effective Covid management across the union terrotory.<br />''&nbsp;<br />''The Corona Curfew in the four districts of Srinagar, Baramulla, Budgam and Jammu has been extended till 7 am on 10th of May. Corona Curfew in Samba district will also be in force from 7 pm today till 7 am on 10th May. Night curfew will also continue in all Municipal and Urban Local Body limits of all districts in the Union Territory. AIR correspondent reports that, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has directed for ensuring implementation of an effective Covid Management plan from district level to the villages at Panchayat level. Emphasizing on proper functionality of oxygen generation plants, he asked both the Divisional Commissioners of Jammu and Kashmir to keep close monitoring on functioning of the oxygen generation plants. Mr Sinha also suggested for roping in religious leaders and elected representatives for creating awareness among the people regarding the advisories and covid SOPs in an effort to contain the spread of the contagious virus.<br />''&nbsp;<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Meanwhile, the Lieutenant Governor approved the special financial incentives for Covid Warriors of Health and Medical Education Department of Jammu and Kashmir. The incentives will be Rs10,000 per month for Resident Doctors, PGs and Medical Officers, Rs 7,000 for Nursing &amp; Paramedical staff and Rs 5,000 for drivers and sweepers.The incentives shall be initially given for a period of three months and shall be payable from this month onwards.</span><br />
News On AIR | May 5, 2021 7:14 AM
J&K: LG Manoj Sinha directs to constitute Covid Management teams