Karnataka extends lockdown till June 14
The Hindu
CM announces ₹500 crore package
In the wake of the spread of COVID-19 cases in rural areas of Karnataka, the State government on Thursday extended the lockdown for one week, till 6 a.m. on June 14. Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa on Thursday also announced the second COVID-19 package of ₹500 crore for people impacted by the lockdown. Earlier, the government announced ₹1,111.82 crore package. “The number of cases had started declining owing to lockdown. But, we have extended lockdown for another week because cases are spreading in villages. If cases come down to 5%, we will give further relief,” Mr. Yediyurappa said.More Related News