Maharashtra Mission Begin Again: Restaurants, bars set to open from October 5; cinema halls, schools to remain closed
The government of Maharashtra on Wednesday issued new guidelines for easing the flow of activities in the state as part of Mission Begin Again and extended the lockdown till October 31.
The state government in its fresh guidelines mentioned that schools, colleges, other educational institutions, cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, gyms, and auditoriums will remain closed in Maharashtra till October 31.
Also, Metro rail, social /political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions, and other large congregations will remain on the prohibited list of activities.
Coming to railways, all trains that are originating and ending their journey within the state shall be restarted. For Mumbai commuters, railways to increase the frequency of local trains in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) region and dabbawallas have been permitted to travel in local trains after procuring QR codes from the Mumbai Police Commissioner’s Office.
On the other hand, hotels/food courts/restaurants/bars will be allowed to operate from October 5 with a maximum of 50 percent capacity. All industrial and manufacturing units of non-essential items in the MMR region are allowed to operate.
According to new guidelines, there shall be free movement of oxygen-carrying vehicles within and out of the State without any restrictions of timings. The competent authorities shall ensure the free movement of oxygen-carrying vehicles and there shall be no restriction on oxygen manufacturers and suppliers.
Maharashtra Mission Begin Again: Restaurants, bars set to open from October 5; cinema halls, schools to remain closed
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