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The Ministry of Home Affairs drafted a fresh set of guidelines for this next stage of unlocking the Indian economy. Salient points in the same include the following:
While these are the guidelines of Unlock 4.0 as laid down by the Union Ministry, some states have posited other restrictions and relaxations of their own. Depending on where you reside, these additional guidelines can affect your life considerably.
Here is a look at some of the states and what residents of the same need to follow until September 30th.
Madhya Pradesh state government claimed that it would implement the guidelines outlined by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
After the same was revealed, the Madhya Pradesh state government reversed its earlier decision to impose state-wide lockdown on Sundays. Residents of the state can refer to the Centre’s guidelines for all other matters.
Goa has been categorised as a green zone, with a limited number of Covid-19 cases. Therefore, the state government has issued the following guidelines as part of the Unlock 4.0 phase –
● Bars are now allowed to open and serve customers, but only after following the safety guidelines.
● Beach shacks remain closed until further notice.
● Casinos will remain closed during Unlock 4.0.
● Travellers from other states do not need to be tested for the viral infection before entering Goa any longer.
Gujarat’s Unlock 4.0 guidelines are marginally different from the ones laid down by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Here is all you need to know about relaxations and continuing restrictions in this state:
Haryana‘s state government has declared that it will follow all of the fresh MHA guidelines. In this effect, the government decided to withdraw an earlier order, which required shops and malls to remain closed on all Mondays and Tuesdays.
Furthermore, the state has also scrapped its decision for weekend lockdowns, after the Unlock 4.0 guidelines from the MHA came into effect.
Maharashtra is the worst-hit state in terms of the sheer number of Covid-19 cases and deaths in all of India. Therefore, the state government has outlined certain restrictions, which are different from the national guidelines being followed –
Apart from these deviations, Maharashtra residents will follow all other relaxations as laid down by the Union Ministry.
Punjab is another state, which has chosen to maintain its night curfews during the Unlock 4.0 stage. Urban cities or towns in the state will now follow curfew timing, extending between 9.30 pm and 5 am.
Previously, the curfew started at 7 pm and lasted until 5 am. Hotels and restaurants in Punjab can now remain open until 9 pm every day, thanks to the changes in curfew hours.
When it comes to marriage events, the Punjab government also deviates from the Centre’s guidelines. While the Union Ministry allows 50 individuals in wedding ceremonies, the state will allow up to 30 guests to attend a wedding ceremony during this phase of the staggered unlocking.
As of this writing, Andhra Pradesh has reported more than 4.87 lakh cases since the pandemic started. Therefore, individuals within the state’s borders must adhere to the following pointers, alongside the guidelines from the Union Ministry:
The state government will implement all the other guidelines as per the MHA’s orders.
The Tamil Nadu government has implemented several relaxations, according to the Union Ministry guidelines. For instance, people travelling within the state do not need e-passes any longer.
However, for interstate travellers, e-passes are still a necessity. Other changes that the state has enforced include the following:
West Bengal is another state where the government is disregarding some of the guidelines of the MHA. During the Unlock 4.0 stage, residents of West Bengal will have to endure three days of complete lockdown on September 7th, 11th and 12th.
This decision remains in place even after the Centre ordered states to avoid enforcing any lockdowns outside containment zones.
Additionally, metro services in Kolkata are set to resume from September 14th, instead of September 7th, as per the Union Ministry’s guidelines.
The state government in Uttarakhand has stated that it will enforce the new guidelines as per the Union Ministry directive. However, the state will also follow additional measures to limit Covid-19 spread within its borders:
Himachal Pradesh’s government will follow most of the national guidelines, save a few. These include:
During the Unlock 3.0 phase, Uttar Pradesh government followed a bi-weekly lockdown schedule, which started on Fridays at 10 pm and extended until Mondays at 5 am.
Now, with the new rules in place, Uttar Pradesh residents will only need to adhere to a lockdown on Sundays alone. The new timings for this lockdown will be 12 am on Saturday to 12 am on Sunday.
Additionally, markets and shops in the state can operate between 9 am and 9 pm on all days of the week, except Sundays.
The Meghalaya government has sealed off the state’s borders, completely prohibiting inter-state travel. The decision to do so came into effect from the first week of September, and it is expected to remain in effect until November.
Restricting travel between states is in stark contrast to the Union Ministry directive, which directs all Indian states to allow free intra-state and inter-state movement from September 1st.
Mizoram’s state government has decided to defy the Centre’s orders in one major aspect. Residents in this state will continue to observe night curfew between 8.30 pm and 4.30 am on all days, even though the Union Ministry ordered otherwise. Additional pointers to remember during the Unlock 4.0 phase are:
Assam residents can adhere to the restrictions and relaxations imposed by the Central government. After this fresh guideline came into effect, two major aspects were altered in Assam by the state government. These are:
Additionally, public transportation is expected to resume in Assam by September 7th.
Keep in mind that the states mentioned above are just the ones that are following additional restrictions or deviating from the Government of India guidelines. Other states, not mentioned here, are sticking to the directives laid down by the Centre during this fourth phase of the staggered unlocking procedure.
Apart from following the relevant guidelines, you should also adhere to the basic safety tips to prevent the risks of infection. Always cover your face with a mask when stepping outside your home. Practice social distancing, ensuring that you are always at least 6 feet away from other people.
Wash your hand frequently with soap and water. You can also use any alcohol-based sanitisers to clean your hands as well. Following these simple measures, alongside the general guidelines, can help in the fight against the Coronavirus.
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