FEW QUICK KNOW HOW FOR LOCKDOWN 3.0

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Centre extended the lockdown by two more weeks till May 17, with certain zone-wise relaxations. But what are the dos and don’ts?

Are you allowed to travel for non-essential activities within the city?

Movement for non-essential activities is strictly prohibited between 7 pm and 7 am across the country. The federal order empowers States and Union Territories to issue area-specific restrictions to stop the spread of Coronavirus disease.

Are maids allowed to come to work?

Another interpretation of the order banning non-essential travel between 7 pm and 7 am is that domestic help is allowed during the day

Are private vehicles allowed in my city?

 In red zones, the government says, the movement of vehicles is allowed for “permitted activities”, but with just two passengers besides the driver. Pillion-riding is not allowed for two-wheelers

What about public transport?

You won’t get a bus. Cycle rickshaws or auto-rickshaws, too, not allowed, metro trains are banned across the country. In orange zones, inter- and intra-district bus operations are banned, but the movement is allowed in private vehicles with just two passengers besides the driver. In green zones, buses can operate with up to 50% of seating capacity

Are app-based cab aggregators allowed?

Service providers such as Ola and Uber are not allowed in red zones but allowed in the orange zone. The services are allowed in green zones.

Are malls and restaurants open?

There is a blanket ban on malls, dine-in restaurants, gymnasiums, theatres, bars, and swimming pools across the country.

Which are the shops that are open?

All malls and market complexes within city limits will remain shut, but those selling essential items are exempt. All standalone shops, neighborhood shops, and shops in residential complexes --- irrespective of whether they are selling essential or non-essential items --- are allowed, but social distancing is a must

 What about online shopping?

The government order says e-commerce is allowed in red zones only for essentials. In orange and green zones, it has been completely relaxed.

Can I go to a salon?

No, if you are in a red zone, where barber shops, spas, and salons are prohibited

 I live in a red zone. Am I allowed to go to the office?

 Private offices can perform with up to 33% of staff strength even in red zones. Government offices will function with officers of the level of deputy secretary and above; the remaining staff can operate with 33% strength. These restrictions will not apply to defense and security services, fire and emergency services, and customs and municipal services, among others

Are liquor and tobacco products allowed?

Liquor shops will open across all three zones—red, orange, and green. But only standalone liquor shops will function. Also, shops selling liquor and tobacco products will ensure the six-feet distance between two people and not allow more than five people at a time.

 Is construction work allowed in cities?

Construction activities in urban areas are restricted to places where workers are available on-site, and to renewable energy projects in Red Zone. The guidelines do not talk about any restrictions in orange and green zones

 

 

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