Haryana government has decided to extend Covid-19-mandated lockdown in the state till 5 AM on August 2, with certain relaxations. Under the new guidelines, restaurants are allowed to operate at 50 per cent seating capacity and with social distancing, regular sanitation and Covid-appropriate behaviour. Restaurants in malls have been allowed to operate between 11 AM and 11 PM, while standalone restaurants can stay open from 8 AM till 11 PM. Open training centres under Haryana Skill Development Mission have been allowed to open with staggered attendance of trainees to maintain social distancing. Corporate offices have been allowed to run at full capacity with social distancing norms and other Covid-19 precautions in place.

Source: Mint July 24, 2021 13:31 UTC