President Dr Arif Alvi has expressed his displeasure over violation of Covid-19 SOPs during Eid prayers at Islamabad's Faisal Mosque, according to a letter issued by the president's secretariat.

The letter, addressed to the interior ministry secretary, stated that during Eidul Azha prayers on July 21, the president observed "serious" SOP violations.

"In the wake of the fourth wave of Covid-19, observance of SOPs has become all the more important to minimise its impact through the implementation of stringent measures," the letter said.

The president asked that all concerned departments are directed to ensure strict implementation of SOPs while those found violating them are subjected to appropriate action, the letter said.