Unlock 2 Guidelines in India

As the state is entering into unlock 2.0, a new set of guidelines declared by the centre. From 1st July to 31st of July, these guidelines will be followed with utmost stringency. As per the guidelines, the containment zones will remain under lockdown till the end of this month and restrictions will be a little relaxed for the people outside the containment zones. Movement of individuals in between the timings of 10 pm to 5 am is completely restricted and more than 5 people in a shop are not allowed. Physical distancing should be followed by the people entering a shop and maintaining proper distance in a shop is mandatory.

The guidelines said “Containment zones are required to be carefully demarcated by the state/ UT governments with a view to containing the spread of Covid-19, after taking into consideration the guidelines issued by the Union Health Ministry. Within the containment zones, strict perimeter control shall be maintained and only essential activities allowed.”

Activities that are allowed in unlock 2.0

• Local flights and trains will be working in the country but within limits and proper rules will be followed. The government has said these activities will be expanded further in a standardised manner.
• The revised timings of night curfew are 10 pm to 5 am. Moreover, relaxations will be provided to the industries so that the continuous operation can become easy.
• More than 5 people at a time are not allowed in the shop. People inside a shop will have to follow strict social distancing.
• From 15th July, institutions that involve pieces of training of the central and state governments will get the permit to function. A standard operating procedure in this matter will soon be issued.
• There will be some restrictions in the air travel to foreign countries and the policies for international air travel come under the Vande Bharat mission.

Activities that are not allowed in Unlock 2.0 

• Schools, colleges, coaching centres other educational institutions will remain closed till the end of this month i.e. July 31.
• Public services like metro, cinema halls, gyms, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and more places similar to this will also remain closed till the end of this month.
• Any kind of social, political, academic, cultural or religious function or any gatherings on a larger scale will not be allowed in Unlock 2.0.
• The government said that the reopening dates of such institutions will be decided separately, keeping in view the current scenario.

Protection for elder people and those who are suffering from health ailments 

People above the age of 65 or persons suffering from one or more health ailment, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and children who are less than 10 years are directed to stay inside the home and advised to go out only for health purposes.

Usage of Aarogya Setu Application

Usage of Aarogya Setu app is compulsory. People who are involved in outside activities and are going to workplaces should install Aarogya Setu app in their mobile phones. It is the duty of District authorities to advise people to set up the Aarogya Setu application on their mobile phones and it is quintessential to update the health slams regularly on the app.

Footnote

Following the guidelines laid by the government is extremely important to ensure a happy and healthy you. As we are entering into unlock 2.0, following the safety protocols and keeping the revised policies in view will help in safeguarding you from the pandemic COVID-19.

Stay Inside, Stay Safe!