Telangana Extends Lockdown, Relaxes Norms

Telangana state government has extended the lockdown for another 10 days. Meanwhile, in a big relief to businesses and people, the daily relaxation has been extended till 1PM. Earlier, the relaxation to buy essentials was there from 6 AM to 10 AM. With the latest cabinet decision, people are allowed till 1 PM. The government ordered that shops and businesses must be closed by 1 PM and it allowed the public movement till 2 PM. Strict lockdown will be applied from 2 PM to 6 AM of the following day, said the Government Order.

“Cabinet meeting has resolved to continue Telangana lockdown for another 10 days and daily relaxation has been extended from 6 am to 1 pm.Limited revival of economic activity is also consented. Guidelines will be issued soon,” tweeted Minister KT Ramarao.

Meanwhile, amidst growing concerns from students who are looking for international travel for their further studies who are demanding for immediate vaccination, the Telangana state cabinet has decided that Students going overseas for higher education will be given vaccination on priority so they can travel safely. The government said that guidelines will be issued soon with details.