From tomorrow, shops to stay open longer
Timings for fuel outlets extended as well; tea shops will be able to offer parcel services
10/05/2020, SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT ,CHENNAI
The Tamil Nadu government on Saturday announced a further relaxation of lockdown regulations from Monday, for areas outside containment zones in the State.
A press release said that in areas under the Greater Chennai Police, shops selling vegetables and essentials would function from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Standalone and neighbourhood shops would be allowed to operate between 10.30 a.m. and 6 p.m., it added.
Shops selling vegetables and essentials in other parts of Tamil Nadu would function from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Standalone and neighbourhood shops would be allowed between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Warning issued
Tea shops would be allowed to function in all areas, except containment zones, between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m., for parcel service alone.
The government said that tea shops should ensure that physical distancing norms are followed and must disinfect the shops five times a day.
“Customers are not allowed to sit in the shops. Shops violating rules will be shut down,” the government warned.
Petrol pumps in areas under the Greater Chennai Police can function from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. In other areas, they will function between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. There are no restrictions on working hours for pumps along National Highways.
Private firms
Private establishments in areas under the Greater Chennai Police can function between 10.30 a.m. and 6 p.m. with 33% employees.
In other areas, working hours will be between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.
The government has urged District Collectors, Corporation Commissioners and the police to strictly enforce standard operating procedures, physical distancing norms, ensure the safety of workers and the disinfection of establishments.
“The relaxations already announced will be in force till further orders are issued. People and private establishments are advised to cooperate with the government,” the release said.
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