Fresh Lockdown Guidelines Issued By Telangana Govt

The Telangana government has issued a new set of guidelines that states the activities, which are allowed and prohibited in the State during the lockdown period till May 29.

Chief Secretary Somesh Kumar, on Thursday, issued a GO to this effect. The orders mentioned that it should be mandatory for everyone to wear a face cover/mask in public places.

As per the new set of guidelines, hospitality services, Metro rail services, public-gathering areas like cinema halls, malls, bars, pubs, and religious congregations have been prohibited or closed across the State, irrespective of the zones.

They have also permitted e-commerce activities in orange and green zones. Also, private firms can operate with up to 33% strength in red zones. However, in red zones, all government offices shall function with officials of the level of deputy secretary and above with full strength. The remaining will attend up to 33% as per requirement.

Meanwhile, in GHMC limits or any other red zone areas, only shops selling construction materials, hardware shops, and machinery for agriculture operations have been allowed to open, in addition to those selling essential goods.