Coronavirus: COB Khurai asks people to excercise caution
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 07 2020:
Taking note of the threat posed by Covid-19, Coordinating Body (COB) Khurai has appealed to one and all to exercise caution during Yaoshang sports and Thabal Chongba events.
Speaking to media persons at COB Khurai office at Lamlong Thongkhong today, its spokesperson Moirangthem Loya Meitei said that the body, in collaboration with the Directorate of Health Services and CMO Imphal East, in light of the fast approaching Yaoshang festival, organised an awareness programme on Covid-19 for the members.
He then appealed to one and all to properly follow the safety and hygiene guidelines issued by WHO to protect against Covid-19 and added that COB, Khurai will issue a separate advisories for its members regarding the same.
He urged those having flu like symptoms and those who visited other States recently to refrain from taking part in Yaoshang sports or Thabal Chongba events or visiting crowded areas.
The spokesperson further recommended the clubs and associations concerned to not include sport events for young children and elderlies.
Thabal organisers should also make sure that adequate water and soap are available near the venue to promote good hygiene and hand washing practice.
They should also keep dustbins with lids near such places, he said.
The spokesperson stressed on the need for the organisers to spread awareness about Covid-19 during Thabal breaks.
As soon as any Covid-19 case is confirmed in Manipur, any form of events which will draw large crowds must be halted immediately, he added.