Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (JD/SHP)
Udupi, Apr 19: The deputy commissioner of the district, G Jagadeesh on Monday conducted a surprise inspection of shops and buses to check violation of coronavirus guidelines.
During the inspection, the DC noticed that one bus moving towards Kundapur was carrying more passengers than permitted. Further, the bus staff were operating without masks.
The DC also asked the standing passengers to deboard. The bus staff and the passengers who violated the coronavirus norms were penalised.
"If similar violations continue, the bus owners will have to face the heat," the DC warned.
He also carried out inspections at banks, where the staff working without masks were fined. Rs 5,000 is the fine imposed on banks that violate coronavirus guidelines.
Speaking to the reporters, the DC said: "Even though there are strict guidelines for the bus operators to follow, we have observed that many are violating the orders. Over five buses have been booked for the violation. Such lack of adherence to coronavirus guidelines will contribute to the spread of infections."
Zilla panchayat CEO Dr Naveen Bhat and other municipal officials were present in the drive.