AP govt orders state-wide lockdown

March 23, 2020 11:13

Extending the precautionary restrictions to prevent the rapid spread of coronavirus, the Andhra Pradesh state government on Monday ordered a state-wide lockdown to prevent onset of community transmission of the pandemic infection.

"In exercise of the powers contained under Sec 234 of Epidemic Disease Act, 1897, the Governor of Andhra Pradesh hereby issues following measures for containment of COVID-19," a notification issued by the state Health Department read."While, vide GO Rt.No. 202 and GO Rt. No. 204 multiple restriction and social distancing measures have been communicated, it is imperative that in proactive manner a state-wide lockdown is o bserved to prevent onset of community transmission of the Corona-virus," it added.So far, six cases have tested positive in the state, one each in districts of Nellore, East Godavari, Krishna, Prakasam and two in Visakhapatnam.

Orders for the suspension of public transport, closure of non-essential shops, offices, workshops, go-downs are already in place till further notice. However, the restrictions do not apply to the police, health, urban and local bodies, water and municipal services, bank/ATM, print, electronic and social media.

The government has urged people not to hoard essential items as fair-price shops and groceries will be available to the public regularly.

Image: Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Jagan Mohan Reddy claps to express gratitude to those providing essential services amid coronavirus pandemic during the Janta Curfew, in Amaravati on Sunday. Pic: ANI

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