1-week lockdown in Haryana from today

Tribune News Service

Chandigarh, May 2

Haryana today announced a week-long lockdown in the state beginning Monday. All educational institutions and cinema halls will remain shut. Gatherings are prohibited unless permitted by the DC.The order issued by the government allows 20 persons for a funeral. Prior permission of the DC will be needed for marriage functions. Hotels, eating joints and dhabas can deliver food up to 10 pm.

Micro-containment zones in Palwal

While essential services like the police, civil defence, fire, water, power and sanitation shall continue uninterrupted, mandis too shall function without restrictions. The order by the Chief Secretary states health services, including vaccination centres, telemedicine facilities and manufacturing of drugs would remain operational. IT and IT-enabled services will function on 50 per cent staff strength. Courier services, print and electronic media and government-approved Common Service Centres shall also be functional.

There is no bar on industries in rural areas and units manufacturing essential goods, including drugs, and construction activity of public projects. No curbs on passengers returning or going to airports and railway stations.

EXEMPTIONS

• No bar on movement of maids/caregivers & students taking exams
• Industrial units to apply on Saral Haryana portal for passes
• Courier services, print & electronic media and e-commerce
• Essential services, including vax centres, to be functional
• No restrictions on the movement of passengers