SPEND YOUR EID AT HOME

MUSCAT: Both citizens and residents in the Sultanate need to be cautious while going out, shopping or travelling during the ongoing Eid al Adha holidays.

“The precautionary measures to be taken against the COVID19 are being broadcast widespread in the media in various languages and everyone needs to follow those measures”, a senior official from the Ministry of Health, told the Observer.

“While doing post-eid shopping, one has to take precautions against the spread of the virus as well as maintain physical distance norms”, the official added.

Eid days have witnessed no mass prayers at any of the mosques, while families offered prayers inside their homes. Bachelors and workers too offered prayers by being indoors as there was strong vigil against gatherings, according to the head of a camp of a construction company.

Only few vehicles were seen plying between wilayats, while hardly anyone was seen on the streets and public places. Beaches and parks were closed to public, while wadis and other public places of interest were strictly monitored by the Royal Oman Police (ROP).

Meanwhile, the Public Prosecution has announced a fine of RO 1,500 for any gathering of individuals during Eid holidays.

“There will be a fine of RO 1,500 against people gatherings during the holidays. This is also applicable to weddings and participation of individuals in gatherings during holidays”, a statement from the Public Prosecution said.

There is a fine of RO 100 for not wearing a face mask in public places.