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A deserted road next to Marina beach is seen amid concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, in Chennai on March 21, 2020. (AFP Photo)
Tamil Nadu Government on Sunday extended the Janta Curfew by another 8 hours till 5 am on Monday. An announcement from the government stated people should cooperate to implement the self-imposed curfew.
“In the interest of the people, the Janta Curfew is being extended till 5 am on March 23, 2020. However, essential services would continue to run,” the announcement said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had asked people to observe Janta Curfew for 14 hours on Sunday from 7 am to 9 pm.
The government announcement came even as the entire state looked deserted on Sunday. Also, Telangana CM had on Saturday announced that the curfew would be till 6 am Monday.
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