Interior Minister Ijaz Shah has appealed to the people to strictly follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in order to stifle the spread of COVID-19.

In his media briefing at National Command and Operation Center in Islamabad on Friday, he said the Prime Minister has taken strict notice of the violations of SOPs and directed the provinces to ensure their compliance.

The Interior Minister said action has been taken against those not following the precautionary measures but stressed that the government and law enforcement agencies alone cannot control the situation until and unless the people extend their cooperation.

Ijaz Shah said we can rid the country of the disease with collective efforts and unity.