Himachal Pradesh government bans sale of chewing gum to check spread of coronavirus (Representative image)
To prevent COVID-19 transmission through spitting, Himachal Pradesh government has prohibited the sale and use of chewing gum for three months, an official said on Saturday.
COVID-19 is transmitted through droplets and there is a possibility of transmission by spitting chewing gums, said Food Safety commissioner and additional chief secretary (Health) R D Dhiman.
The sale and use of chewing gum, bubble gum and similar products would remain prohibited till June 30 in public interest, Dhiman added.
ALSO READ | India sees largest spike in coronavirus cases: 525 new patients, 75 deaths; new total at 3072
ALSO READ | Coronavirus: With 5 new cases in Bhopal, number of infections in Madhya Pradesh rises to 165
WATCH | Bollywood Singer Kanika Kapoor tests negative in fifth covid-19 test
