New lockdown guideline issued: What it means for youindiaUpdated: Apr 15, 2020 11:19 ISTThe government on Wednesday issued revised guideline to be followed during the extended lockdown period till May 3. As per the revised guideline, all self-employed people like electricians, those involved in IT repairs, plumbers, motor mechanics and carpenters have been allowed. Relaxing the movement of people, the guideline says that private vehicles for emergency services, including medical and veterinary care and for procuring essential commodities, will be allowed. The revised guideline was issued after an announcement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the lockdown to check the spread of coronavirus disease Covid-19 has been extended till May 3. The lockdown was scheduled to end on April 14.

Source: Hindustan Times April 15, 2020 05:40 UTC