Agencies

After declaring increased restrictions on public gatherings, the Punjab government on Thursday announced a few relaxations for inbound travellers by exempting mandatory 14-day home quarantine for those returning to the state within 72 hours.

�Those coming to Punjab for less than 72 hours are now exempt from the mandatory home quarantine, and only need to submit a formal undertaking at the border check post,� the Punjab Chief Minister�s Office released a statement today.

Rules to Follow :

1. Such travellers have to submit their formal undertaking at the state border in the format provided in Punjab government�s COVA app.

2. It is mandatory to download COVA app on the phones of individuals travelling for less than 72 hours.

3. Individuals have to voluntarily submit a formal declaration that they are not coming from a containment zone.

4. During their period of stay in Punjab, individuals must monitor their health and maintain safe distance for those around.

5. Individuals must maintain regular interaction with assigned surveillance team in case they develop any symptom.

6. Individuals must call 104 and inform of their symptoms, if any, to assist the surveillance team in contact tracing.

7. Individuals must wear mask at all times and follow the guidelines issued by the Punjab government.