MUMBAI: The Maharashtra government on Sunday announced phase-wise ease of the two-month old lockdown, notwithstanding the fact that the worst-affected state in the country continues to see high number of fresh covid-19 cases daily.
It has extended the lockdown till June 30 even as it moves to gradually ease some restrictions over the next month. Christened Mission Begin Again, the reopening of the state will be in three phases, according to an order issued by the state chief secretary Ajoy Mehta.
All national directives for covid-19 management will have to be followed throughout the state till 30 June. In phase 1, which will kick in on 3 June, outdoor physical activities such as cycling, jogging, running, walking will be permitted in open