AGARTALA:
In the wake of a sudden surge of Covid cases in the state, the Tripura High Court, on July 10, directed its officials to follow all Covid-appropriate behaviours as persons with symptoms of fever will not be allowed to enter into the Court premises.
As per the order, “All health advisories issued by the Central/state government from time to time must be followed in letter and spirit at all times. In addition, adherence to all safety measures, wearing of face mask in proper manner, cleaning of hands at regular intervals using soap/sanitizer etc. are compulsory for every person, be it a member of the registry, a lawyer or a litigant.”
“As regards District Courts (including Family Courts), it is hereby ordered that the concerned District Judge/Judge, Family Court shall ensure that all safety norms and health advisories issued by the Central/State Government from time to time are implemented and/or strictly adhered to. In particular, the District Judge/Judge, Family Court has to make proper arrangements for providing of hand wash/sanitizer to the lawyers, litigants and the officials of the courts at all entry points and to ensure strict maintenance of social distancing, wearing of face mask in proper manner etc. within the court premises,” the order further read.
In the last 24 hours, the state reported 32 fresh cases, the majority of those from West Tripura district. 11 cases were reported from Sepahijala district, three were from Unakoti and Gomati and South Tripura reported one case each.
The positivity rate in the state stood at 6.03 percent.
The order further directed that any official of the Registry and/or District Courts (including Family Courts) having Covid-like symptoms must go through the COVID Test (Antigen/RTPCR).