COVID-19 curbs to continue in Maharashtra, graded easing later: CM Uddhav Thackeray issues directives

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday (May 27, 2021) said that the state government will extend the COVID-induced lockdown-like curbs in the state.

Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday (May 27, 2021) said that the state government will extend the COVID-induced lockdown-like curbs in the state. The Chief Minister's Office (CMO) issued a statement which said that Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has stated necessary directives in this regard to the state administration during a cabinet meeting. The authorities also added that the lockdown-like curbs in the state will be lifted in a phased manner later on.