*In HP wearing of appropriate masks shall be ensured in all Educational Institutions, Government & Private Offices and indoor/outdoor gatherings for the prevention of Covid*

It is being seen that Covid-19 appropriate behavior, especially usage of masks, are being ignored by the general populace posing a serious threat to public health.

It has been noted that the number of Covid-19 positive cases in the State are increasing day by day as also the number of hospitalizations. Persons who are immuno- compromised or with comrobidities are especially vulnerable and a few fatality of such patients has also occurred.

Taking cognizance of this, it is now hereby instructed that wearing of appropriate masks shall be ensured in all Educational Institutions, Government & Private Offices and indoor/outdoor gatherings for the

prevention of further spread of the virus in the population and for the well-being of every individual. The decision of the Government in this regard should be implemented strictly and also

disseminated for compliance.

By Order

(Subhasish Panda), IAS Principal Secretary(Health) to the Government of Himachal Pradesh