The Rajasthan government on Sunday imposed 15-day lockdown-like curbs in the state from April 19, 5 am to May 3, 5 am owing to the surge in COVID-19 cases. The lockdown will be called ‘Jan Anushasan Pakhwara’ or ‘self-discipline fortnight’. During this period, all markets, restaurants, non-essential shops and offices will remain shut. Essential services to remain open.
What’s open, what’s shut
1. No restrictions will be imposed on the movement of government officials, police, Home Guards, fire services officials, public transport staff, civic officials, sanitation workers, health workers and medics travelling with identity cards, an official order said.
2. Grocery shops and stalls selling fruits, vegetables, dairy products and milk will be allowed to remain open till 5 pm.
3. However, those selling fruits and vegetables on handcarts, auto rickshaws and mobile vans will be allowed to function till 7 pm.
4. Newspaper deliveries will be allowed between 4 am and 8…