Mumbai: A First Information Report (FIR) was registered here against actor Vivek Oberoi for not using a mask while riding motorbike with his wife Priyanka Alva Oberoi on Valentine’s Day.
The actor had also shared the video on his Instagram account.
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The case was registered against the actor at Juhu Police Station under IPC sections 188 (Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant) and269 (Negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) along with provisions of the Maharashtra COVID -19 Precautionary Measures 2020 and the Motor Vehicles Act, the official said.
Besides, a fine of Rs 500 was also imposed on him for not wearing helmet, the official added.
Under both IPC sections 188 and 269, an offender can be punished with upto six months in jail or fine or both.
It is worth mentioning, the Maharashtra administration had warned on Thursday to prosecute those who violate the mandatory mask rule.
