Kerala extends lockdown till June 9

The state has been under lockdown since May 8 following the sharp rise in coronavirus cases

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. Credit: PTI Photo

Lockdown in Kerala has been extended till June 9 with some relaxations as the Covid-19 cases in the state is witnessing a declining trend. Triple lockdown that was in place in Malappuram district would also be withdrawn from Sunday.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that average test positivity rate in 12 of the 14 districts in the state for the last three days came down below 20 percent. Hence, relaxations have been allowed.

While industrial units would be allowed to function with 50 per cent staff till 5 pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, banks would be allowed to function till 5 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Liquor outlets will remain shut, but toddy shops will be allowed to sell liquor as takeaways.