Covid-19 hinterland digest: No green zones in Bihar to stop spread of virus

People gathered at liquor shops across India when coronavirus curbs were lifted on Monday morning. Several shops and industries started opening in accordance with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

It's all red and orange in Bihar, no green zones

To contain the spread of coronavirus in Bihar, the state government has converted the green zone into orange. Therefore, the state only has red and orange zones, reports Dainik Jagran. The police have been ordered to maintain law and order and ensure that social distancing is duly followed. The government has said that people won't be able to travel to different cities without necessary passes. Security and testing will be tighter at the checkpoints on the borders. Strict actions will be taken if people enter the state without passes. However, some leniency will be given in orange zones. Shops will remain open till 7 pm. Saloons have been given permission to resume operation. Cab operators like Ola and Uber have been allowed to start running again but only one passenger will be allowed in a cab. Buses won't run as yet. Other restrictions are in line with those being followed across the country. Read More