The newly updated set of Covid guidelines issued by Karnataka state after the stated detected Omicron variant infection cases, allows only fully vaccinated people entry to public places such as malls, cinema halls and theatres. The State has also postponed cultural activities, festivals and public functions in all educational institutions till January 15, 2022. The Chief Minister Basavaraj S Bommai had on Friday  discussed concerns over the new variant of coronavirus in a high-level meeting in Bengaluru before revising the guidelines.