Dharamshala (HP), Apr 22 (PTI) The Dharamshala Municipal Corporation has issued orders to impose a fine of Rs 5,000 on any person found spitting in public, an official said on Wednesday.

The sale and use of ‘paan', ‘gutka' and chewing gums has already been prohibited in the town to check the spread of COVID-19, Dharamshala Municipal Commissioner said.

He said sale of liquor has also been banned here.

The order would remain effective till May 3, the commissioner added.

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