Centre Axes Several Restrictions In Fresh COVID-19 Guidelines

Relaxing the lockdown restrictions, the Union Home Ministry on January 27 released fresh guidelines against COVID-19. Effective from February 1-28, the guidelines lifted the constraints on social, religious, cultural, sports and educational gatherings which were imposed in March 2020. It has also allowed cinema halls to operate above 50% occupancy but in compliance with SOPs to be issued by the Broadcasting Ministry. Similarly, swimming pools, exhibitions and some other public engagements have also been allowed.