It is difficult to have a deadline for this, so it was argued that the lockdown should continue until cases drop for five continuous days. At the meeting, Thackeray reportedly said, "If we do not take a decision about a lockdown today, a lockdown-like situation will automatically arise tomorrow. Plan Economic concerns cannot be dismissed: Fadnavis Fadnavis said his party does not oppose COVID restrictions, but sought a detailed plan including alternatives to various sectors so as to ensure that people's livelihoods aren't seriously impacted. The restrictions, which come into effect tomorrow April 5also include a ban on gatherings of five or more people throughout the day.

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Essential and medical services are exempt from this. Shopping malls, bars, restaurants and other eateries will be open only for take-aways and parcels. Shops providing essential services, including those inside malls, can operate. Only some restrictions have been put in place to prevent a surge in case numbers," said Collector Suraj Mandhare.

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As per Mandhare's order, all shops and establishments, except those engaged in essential services, will be closed from 7 pm to 7 am, while permit rooms will operate at 50 per cent capacity and down shutters at 9 pm. Minister Aslam Sheikh said the guidelines regarding the complete lockdown will be announced soon.

According to sources, the state government may announce curbs on inter and intra-district vehicular movement during the lockdown. All social, religious, educational cultural gatherings were banned.

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Hotels and restaurants could also sell parcels. The lockdown successfully broke the chain of transmission. The week between February 24 and March 3 saw the active caseload decreased by 4.

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