Locals, Demanding Help from Authorities, Holding Demonstration in Marneuli

The local population in the Marneuli Municipality of Kvemo Kartli region of Georgia is gathered outside the City Hall, demanding help from authorities due to the financial crisis amid coronavirus pandemic. 

The Mayor of Marneuli called on the population to keep social distance and stay home.

“You know that we help certain families. Unfortunately, some families report that everyone should receive this assistance, although this is for certain groups. We have lists and we will go to every family, we will help everyone,” Marneuli Mayor Zaur Dargali said.

Law enforcers have arrived at Marneuli City Hall, urging the population to protect social distance and adhere to the restrictions imposed within the framework of the quarantine regime.

The MIA says police are actively patrolling in Marneuli, law enforcers remain on location and are monitoring the situation.

By Ana Dumbadze