Uttar Pradesh Lifts COVID Lockdown Restrictions in All But 4 Districts
Revised Guidelines Issued by State Government
Easing of Restrictions Following Decline in Cases
The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to lift COVID lockdown restrictions in all but four districts with immediate effect. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The four districts where restrictions will continue are Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi.
According to the revised guidelines issued by the government, markets will be allowed to remain open from 9 am to 7 pm. Restaurants and eateries can operate with 50% capacity. Public transport will be permitted to operate with full capacity. Gyms and swimming pools will also be allowed to reopen with certain restrictions.
The government has advised people to continue following COVID-appropriate behavior, such as wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and sanitizing their hands frequently. The decision to lift the lockdown restrictions was taken in view of the decline in COVID-19 cases in the state. Uttar Pradesh has been witnessing a steady decline in daily cases for the past few weeks.
The government has urged people to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible. Vaccination is the best way to protect oneself from the virus and its deadly consequences. The government is also working on increasing the testing capacity in the state.
The easing of lockdown restrictions in Uttar Pradesh is a welcome step towards normalcy. However, it is important for people to continue following COVID-appropriate behavior to prevent a resurgence of cases.
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