Chennai: As many as 2,50,230 persons were arrested by the State police for violating the lockdown until this morning.
According to a press release from the DGP’s office, police recorded 2,35,164 violations and FIRs were registered. As many as 2,11,467 vehicles were impounded.
An amount of Rs 1,26,31,894 was collected as fines from violators. The lockdown began on the eve of 24 March and is expected to go on till 3 May.
The police have sought the cooperation of public asking them to stay indoors and step out only to get essentials.