The Karachi Arts Council has decided to cancel all scheduled events and talks because of the coronavirus outbreak. This was confirmed by a representative of the arts council. He informed media that Ahmed Ali Shah, the president of the arts council, had taken this decision and said that no events will take place on the premises till the situation is under control or till the government makes an announcement that it is ok to hold public gatherings. According to Karachi Arts Council President Ahmed Ali Shah, the decision was taken for the health of those who are regulars at the art council.