GUWAHATI: After the four phases of lockdown followed nationwide in order to contain the spread of coronavirus, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has issued new guidelines for the re-opening phase - Unlock 1.
As per the new guidelines, the following activities are allowed with effect from June 8:
1. Religious places of worship for public.
2. Hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services.
3. Shopping malls.
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However, the Health Ministry will soon issue Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for the above activities, in consultation with the Central Ministries/ Departments concerned and other stakeholders, for ensuring social distancing and to contain the spread of COVID-19.
These guidelines have been issued by MHA, Government of India. Assam state government guidelines may differ from the same and are expected to be issued early next week.