MHA issues Order to allow Opening of Certain Categories of Shops

Advertisement

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), on 15.04.2020, had issued an order to exempt certain activities under the consolidated revised guidelines to fight COVID-19, in certain areas not included in hotspots/containment zones.

Giving relaxation in the category of Commercial and private establishments, MHA has issued an order to all States/UTs, to allow opening of all shops registered under Shops & Establishment Act of respective States/ UTs, including shops in residential complexes, neighborhood & standalone shops.

“All registered shops regd under Shops & Establishment Act of respective States/ UTs, including shops in residential complexes, neighborhood & standalone shops exempted from #lockdown restrictions. Prohibited: Shops in single & multi brand malls” Spokesperson, Ministry of Home Affairs tweeted

  • Market complexes, except those within the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities, are allowed to open.
  • Mandatory: 50% strength of workers, wearing of masks & observing Social Distancing
  • Relaxations not applicable in Hotspots/containment zones

Shops in market complexes, except those within the limits of municipal corporations and municipalities, would be allowed to open. Shops in single & multi-brand malls would not be allowed to open anywhere.

It would be mandatory for all permitted shops to open only with 50% strength of workers, ensure compulsory wearing of masks and strict adherence to social distancing norms.

It is important to note that these relaxations in lockdown restrictions would not applicable in hotspots/containment zones

To get travel updates directly on your mobile, save and send a message at 9461777617 on Whatsapp to start.

Advertisement

Also Read, INR 120 crore ticket money of Rajasthan flyers stuck with airlines

Advertisement

Manish Khandelwal
Manish Khandelwal

Manish Khandelwal, a travel-tech enthusiast with over a decade of experience in the travel industry. Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Travelobiz.com, he's passionate about writing.

Articles: 6132