Bhopal, Apr 27 (PTI) In view of the novel coronavirus outbreak, the Madhya Pradesh Urban Development and Housing Department on Monday issued an order stipulating a fine of Rs 1,000 for spitting in public places.

Local bodies have been authorised to collect the fines, the order stated.

COVID-19, of which MP has 2090 cases as on Sunday, is an infection that spreads through droplets released during coughing, sneezing and spitting, as per experts.

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