Restrictions imposed on travellers from Bengaluru to Mysuru

Mysuru has issued an advisory for all travellers to carry a negative Covid-19 RT-PCR test report which is not older than 72 hours. The advisory is for all the travellers who are coming from Bengaluru and decide to stay in resorts and hotels. Although there is no restriction on entry to Mysuru from Bengaluru, a negative test report is compulsory to stay in hotels from April 10. The same has been imposed on tourist spots, movie theatres, marriage halls and recreational clubs.

According to the sources, the advisory has been issued due to the expected rush of people during the Ugadi festival. Karnataka will celebrate this festival on April 13, but the city is likely to see visitors between April 10-20.

In Kodagu, tourist spots have been closed due to the surge in cases.

A source said, “The DC has issued this advisory as Bengaluru has more than 4,000 cases while Mysuru has 200 odd daily cases in the past two weeks. A lot of people, including people who are native to the district and tourists are expected to come starting from the weekend.”

The source explained that out of the 200 daily cases, 90% are from the city areas. They added, “So, the idea is to prevent the spread of fresh infection in rural areas. We can’t impose lockdown again as it is not feasible in the long run. We can only ensure that we try to impose curbs in a realistic manner.”

The Kodagu district administration, on April 3, had issued an order for a temporary closure of tourist spots. As told by Deputy Commissioner, Charulata Somal, this order was applicable till April 20. The curb restricts entry to popular tourist spots including the popular destination Raja’s Seat.