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How CJP is fighting the Covid-19 surge We are compiling verified information to combat Covid 19
28-Apr-2021
India is reeling under a second surge of Covid-19, with over a lakh new cases of infection being reported every day. There is a re-imposition of curfews and varying degrees of lockdown in different parts of the country. In a bid to end confusion and panic, CJP is compiling verified information to help people looking…
Obsolete, fake information rampant amidst Covid-19 second surge Some examples of incorrect posts circulating on social media and messaging services
27-Apr-2021
After paying little heed to development of health care infrastructure and scientific research to manage SARS-CoV-2, thus leading to a deadlier second wave, the continued callous attitude of those in power made the netizens take matters in their own hands. They took social media by storm by sharing Covid-19 related resources. However, misusing the trying…
Guidelines for special arrangements for persons with disabilities and senior citizens at Vaccination Centres Issued by COVID-19 (nCorona) Virus Outbreak Control and Prevention State Cell, Health and Family Department, Government of Kerala on April 24
24-Apr-2021
The Government of Kerala, has made special provisions for ensuring that the elderly and the disabled receive vaccination in a dignified manner and do not have to wait for long periods. It has directed all the districts to make special arrangements to that effect, further requiring the District Vaccination Officer to submit compliance reports. Amidst…
Notification regulating prices for Covid treatment in private charitable medical facilities Issued by Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra on August 31, 2020 and extended multiple times subsequently
24-Apr-2021
In a bid to ensure that people who are not covered by medical insurance, especially those hailing from economically weak backgrounds, are not deprived of critical medical care in case of Coronavirus infection, the Government of Maharashtra has issued a notification that lists a series of regulations for private and charitable hospitals and nursing homes.…
Scapegoating of Muslims amid Covid pandemic: A CSSS report How only the Tablighi Jamaat attendees were scrutinized and vilified
23-Apr-2021
A recent report published by the Centre for Study of Society and Secularism (CSSS) showcases how the entire Muslim community was demonised for the Coronavirus pandemic by the regime, and the media that drew a narrative that the Tablighi Jamaat gathering was “irresponsible” and a “super spreader”. The Tablighi Jamaat is one of the grassroots Islamic…
Order for permitting the usage of industrial oxygen for medical purposes Issued by Department of Health And Family Welfare, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi on April 22
22-Apr-2021
In view of rapidly increasing cases of Covid and the subsequent demand for oxygen, the Government of Delhi permitted the use of industrial oxygen cylinders for medical purposes, further directing its manufacturers, distributors etc. to comply with the said order. This move comes in wake of similar action taken by many other states that are…
Guidelines for Vaccination Appointment Booking Issued by COVID-19 (nCorona) Virus Outbreak Control and Prevention State Cell, Health and Family Department, Government of Kerala on April 21, 2021
21-Apr-2021
The Government of Kerala has issued certain guidelines for preventing overcrowding at the vaccination centres. This also helps ensure adherence to Covid Appropriate Behaviour at such places. In a bid to eliminate the spot-registration procedure, from April 22, 2021, the only way for citizens to book their first and second vaccination doses is online. Both…
Order on Restriction of Activities Issued by Disaster Management Department of Government of Kerala on April 21
21-Apr-2021
The Kerala Government has directed citizens to ensure Covid Appropriate Behaviour at all public places such as beaches, restaurants, parks, railway, bus stations etc. All educational institutions were required to undertake Online Classes, while all summer camps were required to be closed. As far as weekend restrictions go, all Government Offices, Banks and PSUs were…
Order on curbs on workplace attendance, transport and mass gatherings Issued by the Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of Maharashtra on April 21, 2021
21-Apr-2021
In a bid to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the state, the Government of Maharashtrais bringing in stricter provisions with respect to the number of employees permitted to be present in a workplace at a time. According to this order, the attendance of persons working in Government offices and those permitted to function as…
Order reducing hours of operation of Grocery Stores Issued by the Department of Revenue and Forest, Disaster Management, Relief and Rehabilitation, Government of Maharashtra on April 20, 2021
20-Apr-2021
Even as a curfew is underway in the state, the Government of Maharashtra has directed the stores selling groceries and food items to restrict hours of operation between 7 A.M and 11 A.M. This also includes stores selling animal fodder and pet food, as well as businesses selling materials for the impending rainy season. However,…