Citizens urged to follow SOPs as Eid festivities continue for second day across country

People in Pakistan are celebrating Eid at a time when a fast surge in coronavirus cases has been witnessed due to the spread of Indian Delta variant.

Vaccination centres across the country were closed for only one day (July 21) on account of Eid and all vaccine centres are to reopen today.

In a tweet, the National Command and Operations Center (NCOC) had asked citizens to get vaccinated and follow Covid-19 protocols. 

The first day of Eid dawned with special prayers in mosques for the well-being, safety and security of the Ummah. Special prayers were also offered for the eradication of coronavirus pandemic. 

On the other hand, the country has reported more than 2000 cases of coronavirus and 40 deaths in last 24 hours.