Maha eases Covid curbs, but not in Mumbai/Thane

August 02, 2021 19:32

The Maharashtra government on Monday announced easing of COVID-19 restrictions in all districts, except in Mumbai, Mumbai Suburban and Thane districts along with 11 other districts.

The decision regarding reducing the currently imposed restrictions in Mumbai, Mumbai Suburban and Thane districts to be taken by the Disaster Management Authorities of the said districts, the order issued by the Maharashtra governments public health department said.

Accordingly, in all other districts, all essential and non-essential shops (including shopping malls) to remain open on all weekdays till 8 pm and till 3 pm on Saturday.

Gymnasiums, yoga centres, hair cutting salons, beauty parlours and spas can remain open without the use of air-conditioners and with 50% capacity till 8 pm on weekdays and till 3 pm on Saturdays.

All restaurants will remain open with 50% seating capacity till 4 pm on weekdays subject to adherence to all COVID-19 protocols.

Parcel and takeaway to be allowed as is allowed currently.

Cinemas and multiplexes and places of worship will continue to remain closed.

All government and private offices can be operational with full capacity, with staggering of work hours to be done to avoid crowds while travelling.

Read the full guidelines HERE

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