With the rising Covid 19 cases in the state and the country, the Karnataka government led by BS Yediyurappa has announced a complete lockdown in the state from 10 May to 24 May.
Essential services will be allowed to remain functional from 6 am to 10 am every day whereas, all commercial activities will be prohibited till 24 May.
“Hotels, restaurants, and hospitality services, except those meant for housing health/police/ government officials/ healthcare workers/stranded persons including tourists, quarantine facility and step-down hospitals are prohibited. However, hotels, restaurants and eateries shall be permitted to operate kitchens for takeaway/home delivery of food items only. No vehicles will be allowed to be used by persons for taking parcels/takeaway. Only movement by walk is allowed for this purpose. However, hotels, restaurants and eateries can use vehicles for home delivery,” reads revised guidelines.