Latest Maharashtra Guidelines on corona issued; Know what is allowed and disallowed in lockdown 5.0

The Maharashtra government on Sunday issued guidelines for the state, soon after the Centre announced the fifth phase of lockdown, which will continue till June end. To unlock the economic activity in the state, chief minister Uddhav Thackeray eased some restrictions in the state to gave a push to what it called "Mission Begin Again". 

Taking note of the rising number of coronavirus cases in the state, for safety Thakeray said that all must strictly follow social distancing norms and wear of masks in public places. The unlock activity will begin steadily in a Phase-wise manner from June 3rd in the state.

Here is what will be allowed | not allowed in Maharashtra (With Effect from 3 June, 2020):

Phase I

1. Outdoor physical exercises like walking, jogging, cycling in open spaces like society compounds, playgrounds, beaches, is allowed

These activities will be allowed between 5 am to 7 pm.

Not allowed-
- No activities will be permitted in indoor portion or indoor stadium.
- No group activity will be permitted. 
- Long distance travel will not be permitted.
- People are advised to avoid crowded open spaces.

2.  The activities related to self-employed, people like plumbers, electricians, pest-control and technicians are allowed for work with social distancing norms and usage of masks and sanitization.

3.  Garages to mend vehicles and workshops with prior appointments to avoid rush.

4.  All Government offices (excluding Emergency, health & Medical, treasuries, disaster management, police, NIC, food & Civil Supply, FCI, N.Y.K., Municipal Services who can operate at the levels as per the need) will function at 15% strength or minimum 15 employees whichever is more.

Here is what will be allowed | not allowed in Maharashtra (With Effect from 5 June 2020)

Phase II

1. All markets, market areas & shops, except malls and market complexes, are allowed to function on P1-P2 basis in which shops on one side of the road/lane/passage to be opened on odd dates while shops on the other side on even dates.

Timings for these acitivities are from 9 am to 5 pm. People are advised to walk / to use cycles for shopping purposes and to use nearby/neighborhood markets as far as possible. 
2. Movement of people in vehicles is allowed in following manner :
    Taxi/Cab/aggregator - Only essential 1 + 2
    Rickshaw  -  Only essential 1 + 2
    Four Wheeler - Only essential 1 + 2
    Two wheeler - Only essential One Rider

Not allowed:
- The use of trial rooms in the shops will not be permitted for clothes, apparels and similar items to prevent spread of infection. Similarly exchange policy and return policy will not be permitted.

- The shopkeepers will be responsible for ensuring social distancing norms in the shops and are encouraged to take measures such as foot markings on the floor, token system, home delivery etc.

- Long distance travel for non- essential items will not be permitted. Use of motorized vehicles for shopping will be strictly discouraged.

- If any failure of social distancing is seen, then authorities will immediately close down such shops/markets.
   
Here is what will be allowed | not allowed in Maharashtra (With Effect from 8 June, 2020)

Phase III

All private offices can operate with up to 10% strength as per requirement, with remaining persons working from home.

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Not allowed till 30th June:
1. Schools, colleges, educational institutions, training, coaching institutions etc.
2. International air travel of passengers, except as permitted by MHA.
3. Indian Railways, Metro Rail
4. Passenger Movement by trains and domestic air travel unless specifically allowed through separate orders and standard operating procedure (SOP)
5. Cinema halls, gymnasiums, entertainment parks, swimming pools, theatres, bars and auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places.
6. Social/ political/ sports/ entertainment/ academic/ cultural/ religious functions and large congregations.
7. Religious places/ places of worship for public
8. Spas, Barber Shops, Saloons and Beauty Parlours.
9. Shopping Malls,Restaurants, Hotels and other Hospitality Services.