The Tamil Nadu government on Tuesday extended the coronavirus lockdown in the state till October 31. This decision comes amid the Central government is preparing to roll out Unlock 5 guidelines which will come into effect from October 1.
However, while making his announcements, Chief Minister Edappadi Palaniswami assured relaxations in the next phase of the lockdown and also took an important decision regarding school students.
According to a report in Zee News, Palaniswami held a virtual meeting with the district collectors and senior officials and said that restrictions would continue to remain in the containment zones. The CM announced that section 144 will also continue to be in force.
He said educational institutions, amusement parks, entertainment centres, museums, and gatherings for religious, cultural, social events will continue to remain closed, and…