No social gatherings, masks mandatory: Maharashtra re-imposes Covid-19 restrictions till March 31

The Maharashtra government on Monday issued an order imposing restrictions amid a sharp rise in Covid-19 cases in different parts of the state.

The Maharashtra government on Monday issued an order imposing restrictions amid a sharp rise in Covid-19 cases in different parts of the state. According to the order, all cinema halls, hotels and restaurants are to operate at 50 per cent capacity. In addition, the establishments have been directed to restrict the entry of anyone found not wearing a face mask. Devices to measure body temperature and hand sanitizers are also to be made available at entry points.