Delhi lockdown to continue with relaxations, CM Kejriwal announces odd-even rule for markets

Mangalore Today News Network

New Delhi, Jun 05, 2021:      Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said the coronavirus-induced lockdown will continue in the national capital but with ease in restrictions.

 

Addressing the press, CM Kejriwal said markets and malls will be opened on odd-even basis. He also said the Delhi Metro will resume its operation with 50 per cent capacity from Monday.

Private offices will be allowed to function with 50 per cent staff. For government offices, Group A staff will be allowed to function with 100 per cent capacity while Group B will resume work with 50 per cent staff, the CM said.

CM Kejriwal said the administration is ready to combat the third wave of Covid-19. A pediatric task force has been set up considering the risk to children.

"With an expected third wave of COVID-19, 420 tonnes of oxygen storage capacity is being prepared. We have also spoken to Indraprastha Gas limited to produce 150 tones of oxygen," ANI quoted him as saying.

Courtesy:India Today