Question

why is N95 mask banned by the government. ​

Answer 1

N95 has a volve in it.

It can prevent entering of virus and bacteria. but can't prevent going out of virus and bacteria from who is wearing that mask.

Govt ordered to use those mask only by medical helpers

Answer 2

The Centre has written to all states and union territories warning against the use of N-95 masks with valved respirators by people, saying these do not prevent the virus from spreading out and are "detrimental" to the measures adopted for its containment.