As the fight to tackle the problem of Coronavirus continues to cripple the entire world, all countries are trying to do their best to control the pandemic. While India had previously been ranked on good numbers in comparison to many countries as far as battling this was concerned, the recent spike in 11 states across the nation has worried the government. Since Delhi is the capital city, it is seemingly economically impossible for the Centre to impose a lockdown. Yesterday, CM Arvind Kejriwal announced that a curfew will be imposed from 10 PM to 5 AM in Delhi until 30th April. Many party-goers and ‘gedi’ lovers were sad to hear that. Today, the Delhi High Court has passed a new declaration that wearing a mask while driving alone is also compulsory now. The idea behind this is that since vehicles are moving in public places, everyone is still under the risk of being exposed to the virus.

Delhi High Court rules mask mandatory even if a person is driving alone. It states that a mask acts as a 'suraksha kavach' which would prevent the spread of COVID19. pic.twitter.com/litzyIQ4iN

— ANI (@ANI) April 7, 2021

The ruling has confused the ‘janta’ of the state and people are very confused why one should wear a mask while driving alone. Naturally, they had to express how they feel with some memes.

Delhi High Court: compulsory to wear mask Even if a person is driving alone in the car.

pic.twitter.com/VE6UjNcHoz

— Priyanshi (Naam hi kaafi Hai) (@y_priyanshi) April 7, 2021

Le Judge Sahib : pic.twitter.com/ggSqeyzWW7

— Lady Nisha (@Lady_nishaaa) April 7, 2021

Le Judge saheb to Petitioners- pic.twitter.com/wXGhlPnGFD

— VAIBHAV ANITA SINGH (@Vaibhvtweets) April 7, 2021

Some people were just filled with rage and confusion and had some very legit questions to ask.

These are laws passed in parliament and being enforced. Hows wearing a mask same? Next you gonna hear is its a mst to wear pp kits all time, carry a ventilator in ur car cuz its a protective thing.
And why just in public why not at home too? There r laws against domestic violence

— Lastaccblkmara:( (@shyammeranaam) April 7, 2021

In a private vehicle if u r alone then what's the need of a mask?
Don't they know that mask has also some harmful effects if we use it for too long. Judiciary needs to look into this matter again. Think rationally Delhi High court. 🏻

— Shubam (@B_shubam) April 7, 2021

If a Pvt car is a public place, does that mean anyone can enter into my car without my permission? #DelhiHighCourt #mask #india #covid #Delhi https://t.co/6MEZjCA4yx

— RPG (@rahoolgupta) April 7, 2021

Also, some were quick to point out that while the ‘aam admi’ shall suffer and end up paying fines for not wearing masks while driving alone, what penalties are the party leaders paying for hosting rallies with not a single mask in sight.

Wearing mask when driving alone in a car is mandatory by law in New Delhi.

Election rallies with thousands without masks does not raise any eyebrows in India.

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) April 7, 2021

And the honorable courts don't say anything to the protestors who have been crowding and blocking roads. Don't say anything to political parties for massive rallies.

No rule for the mob. Catch hold of an individual and show your power. With all due respect!

— Swami (@imswami) April 7, 2021

Yes person alone in car must alwar a mask but political rallies dont require it? Courts also now insulate political events from its purview? Or in new normal courts are governed by govt?

— Cynical Eye (@Pseudoidealist) April 7, 2021

The court has explained that the mask acts as a ‘suraksha kavach’ and hence must be worn by the driver. Are you ready to put on a mask and click a ‘maskfie’ while driving alone, sweating it out in the heat and chant ‘go corona go’ as Delhi’s traffic moves slowly around you? Let us know in the comments section below. 

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