The guidelines state that “no vehicles will be allowed to be used by persons for taking parcels/takeaway. Many asked how they would go to markets without vehicles to bring back groceries. Market Flower Merchants’ Association, said with the market closed from five days, around 5% of vendors were selling on the roadside. “In Shantinagar, for example, we from the association have made it possible for some farmers to sell their produce directly to customers. During the lockdown with a limited four-hour window, people find it more convenient to buy all their fresh produce from one vendor,” he said.

Source: The Hindu May 08, 2021 15:48 UTC