Chennai: The full and complete lockdown, which has been extended further by a week sans relaxations till 6 am of 7 June, has come into effect from today.
The week-long full lockdown, which came to an this morning, has been further extended by a week, according to an official release.
Chief Minister M K Stalin said the lockdown has been extended after district-wise review of the Covid situation to save the priceless lives of the people and to prevent further spread of the pandemic.
However, with a view to meeting the essential needs of the public, the present system of selling vegetables and fruits through vehicles will continue.
The release also said local grocery stores were allowed to sell provisions in their respective areas through vehicles or push carts with the permission of the local bodies and through online from 7 am to 6 pm.
Stalin said, in a bid to ease the burden of the public, a package containing 13 grocery items will be distributed to all the rice card holders from June onwards through the PDS shops across the State.
Orders have been issued to the Cooperative and Consumer Protection department in this regard, he added.
Stalin also said the lockdown has been implemented in public interest to control the spread of the virus and the people were advised not to unnecessarily venture out of their houses and avoid crowding.
Stalin said all the restrictions announced on 22 May while implementing week-long total and complete lockdown from 24 May will continue till 7 June.
