Mask optional, no longer banned! Delhi, Bengal, Maharashtra lift all COVID restrictions. description
A glimpse of the world before the pandemic! As the Covid-19 cases in the country have come down significantly, many states have lifted all coronavirus restrictions. Maharashtra, West Bengal and Delhi announced on Thursday that states would not restrict large gatherings, and other containment restrictions would be lifted. Here are more details:
Delhi
Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMAOfficial sources on Thursday decided that in view of a significant drop in the number of fresh COVID-19 cases in the national capital, there will be no penalty for not wearing face masks in public places.
However, most covid related restrictions Already withdrawn by the authorities. Sources said the DDMA may issue an advisory for people asking them to wear masks in crowded places. At present, there is a fine of Rs 500 for not wearing a mask in public places in Delhi.
When the situation returned to normalcy, the restrictions were gradually lifted and finally, the restrictions were lifted from 28 February. However, the rule regarding wearing of masks in public places including buses and metro trains continued.
West Bengal
With the COVID-19 situation improving significantly in West Bengal, the state government on Thursday announced that all restrictions related to infection will be withdrawn from midnight.
The restrictions were rolled back in March 2020, nearly two years after the pandemic hit. In a notification, the government, however, emphasized the use of masks and hygiene maintenance.
“Accordingly, it is hereby notified that by the aforesaid orders, the restrictions currently in force are withdrawn. However, the advisory with respect to health and hygiene protocols including wearing of masks, hand hygiene and sanitization of public places at all times shall be strictly enforced.” Will be observed till further orders,” it said.
Maharashtra
All restrictions related to the pandemic From April 2, wearing of masks is also mandatory in Maharashtra. The state government made the announcement on Thursday.
Health Minister Rajesh Tope told reporters that the decision was taken in the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray.
From Gudhi Padwa (Marathi New Year which this time falls on April 2), all COVID-19 related restrictions under Epidemic Diseases Act and Disaster Management Act will be withdrawn,” Tope said. Wearing face masks will be voluntary from April 2, he said.
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