Interior Minister Ijaz Shah has appealed people to follow the government's standard operating procedures during Juma-tul-Wida and Eid congregations to prevent spread of coronavirus.

In a video message, he said people should wear face masks, observe social distancing and take other preventive measures during payers at mosques.

The Minister said Prime Minister Imran Khan has eased lockdown to help the poor earn their livelihood.

He said easing of lockdown does not mean Coronavirus pandemic has ended, but it cannot be overcome until its vaccination or medicine is invented.

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