CHENNAI: The Chennai city police said it will be issuing QR coded passes through online for those involved in essential services that are permitted during the lockdown period.
A statement on Sunday said those who need to avail this facility can apply online. First they have to send a letter of undertaking to the mail id specialpasscovid19.gcp@gmail.com and then apply online at https://covid19.chennaipolicecitizenservices.com. This webpage will ask for details including name of the person, mobile number and name of the organisation etc.
Once approved, the applicants will receive a link via SMS to the registered phone number and an E mail through which they can download a QR code. They have to show this QR code when stopped at the police checkpoints. The policemen may scan the QR before permitting the person to proceed. For any clarifications, call 044-23452650.
Meanwhile, the city police have also opened a special control room to provide passes to people who want to travel for weddings, funerals and other emergencies.
Those who wish to avail of the facility can call 7530001100 or e-mail to gcpcorona2020@gmail.com.