Lockdown in Maharashtra? Here’s what CM Uddhav Thackeray stated after scary rise in Covid circumstances

Image Source : FILE IMAGE/PTI Lockdown in complete Maharashtra? Uddhav responds 
In view of the rising coronavirus circumstances in Maharashtra, the Uddhav Thackeray-led authorities has determined to impose restrictions throughout the state, notably areas reporting most infections. The state has recorded as many as 7,000 circumstances on Sunday. According to official knowledge, the state recorded 6,971 constructive circumstances in final the 24 hours. While the caseload elevated to 21,00,884, the dying toll elevated to 51,788 with 35 new fatalities. As many as 2,417 sufferers have been discharged, rising the tally of recoveries to 19,94,947. The variety of energetic circumstances stands at 52,956.

Gatherings prohibited

In a presser late Sunday night, the chief minister introduced a complete prohibition on political, spiritual, and social gatherings within the state from Monday. He stated that political agitations is not going to be allowed for the subsequent few days as they entice crowds.

Night curfews again

Night curfews have been imposed in Pune and Nashik. In Nashik, the restriction will come into impact from Monday 11 pm and can finish at 5 am on Tuesday. Only important providers will likely be allowed through the stated interval. A fantastic of Rs 1000 will likely be levied on these discovered with out masks. Earlier, the cost was Rs 200. 

The Pune administration has additionally introduced an evening curfew within the metropolis. The evening curfew will likely be imposed from 11 pm to six am, throughout which no public motion will likely be allowed. Those concerned in important providers will, nevertheless, be exempted from the restrictions. Schools and schools within the metropolis can even stay closed until February 28.

Lockdown once more?

“The pandemic is raising its head in the state, but whether it is another wave will be known in eight to 15 days,” he stated. Further, Uddhav stated that imposing a lockdown “may not be the solution to COVID-19” however is the “only option to break the cycle of the virus”. 

“If the (COVID-19) situation deteriorates, then we will have to impose lockdown. Those who want lockdown can roam around without a mask while those who don’t want it must wear a mask and follow all the rules,” he stated.

Total lockdown in Amravati

The state authorities has determined to impose a complete lockdown within the Amravati district for one week. Earlier, the district administration had introduced a weekend lockdown in Amravati, from 8 pm on Saturday to 7 am on Monday. However, now it stands prolonged. The lockdown will stay in pressure in the complete Amravati district, excluding Achalpur metropolis. Meanwhile, important providers will likely be permitted throughout this era.

Fines, punishment for violating guidelines

Uddhav stated that COVID-appropriate habits is a should and people violating the foundations will likely be punished. He stated a face masks is the one “shield” within the battle towards coronavirus. “Wear mask, maintain discipline and observe social distancing to avoid a lockdown,” he stated.

The Mumbai Police stated it has been approved to subject challans to offenders not sporting a masks. “Every time we fined you for not wearing a helmet or seatbelt it was always to remind you the value of your life & safety. Same for masks. Please take care. You matter to us,” Mumbai Police Commissioner Param Bir Singh stated in a tweet. 

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