Curbs extended with some relaxations, but experts question ad-hoc moves

Doctors say Valley authorities have failed to make it clear on what basis they are taking decisions, as restrictions for the past three weeks have largely been ineffective and Covid-19 cases have continued to soar.

Authorities are yet to figure out a way to deal with the coronavirus spread and they are still taking decisions on an ad-hoc basis without holding serious consultations, public health experts said on Wednesday, as restrictions were extended in Kathmandu Valley until September 17.