The Ministry of Home Affairs issued new guidelines for the Unlock 3.0 phase commencing from August 1 to 31. The lockdown will continue to be strictly implemented in containment zones to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus. The Independence Day functions shall be celebrated with social distancing and other health protocols. However, schools, colleges, and coaching institutions will remain closed until August 31. Metro Rail services, cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, assembly halls and similar places will not be operational. The ban on all types of functions and large congregations continues.
Activities permitted under Unlock 3
Yoga institutes and gymnasiums allowed to open from August 5.
Independence Day functions allowed with social distancing.
International air travel in limited capacity under Vande Bharat Mission.
States and Union Territories have also been given a free hand by the MHA to decide on activities permitted outside.
containment zones based on their assessment of the COVID-19 situation.
Activities to remain restricted under Unlock 3
Schools, colleges and coaching institutions to remain closed.
Metro/Rail.
Cinema halls, swimming pools, entertainment parks, theatres, bars, auditoriums, assembly halls and similar places.
Social/political/sports/entertainment/academic/cultural/religious functions and other large congregations.