Breaking news: Delhi bans Christmas, New Year's gathering as Omicron cases surge

DDMA extended the coronavirus-related curbs till 31 December midnight.

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Ahead of the Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations, on Wednesday The Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) extended the coronavirus-related curbs till 31 December midnight.

The restrictions include a ban on social and cultural gatherings as cases are rising in the national capital due to Omicron Variant. The DDMA instructed the district magistrates to take all required measures in their respective jurisdictions to control the spread.

"All DMs and District DCPs shall ensure that no cultural event/gatherings/congregation/take place for celebrating Christmas or New Year in NCT of Delhi," the order reads.

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