Jaipur groom fined for violating coronavirus rules, not wearing mask on wedding day

The Jaipur Police fined a groom for mask violation on his wedding day.
A groom was fined for not wearing a face mask during his wedding celebrations in Jaipur. The Jaipur Police fined the groom Rs 500 for not wearing a mask.
The groom’s wedding procession or ‘baraat’ was going from Vishwakarna area of Jaipur to Bindori. The Police fined the groom in Vishwakarma area. He was seen without a mask during the procession, sitting on a horse.
Earlier, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot had given instructions to officials to ensure that people comply with the rule to wear masks when outside.
On Monday, CM Gehlot also urged people to take all necessary precautions against coronavirus in the wake of the wedding season.
“As the marriage season is about to begin, it becomes even more important that people take all health precautions seriously, while shopping in the markets & attending functions. Saving lives is our top priority,” he said in a tweet.