Published 22:55 IST, March 23rd 2020
Rajasthan: After lockdown announcement, CM Ashok Gehlot bans movement of private vehicles
Gehlot stated that for the sake of saving lives from Coronavirus, the state has decided to allow the movement of only vehicles related to essential services
After announcing a "complete lockdown" in the state, except for essential services, till March 31, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday announced a ban on movement of all private vehicles and a shut down of state highways from March 24 onwards. Taking to his official Twitter handle, Gehlot stated that for the sake of saving lives from Coronavirus, the state has decided to allow the movement of only vehicles related to essential services.
CM Gehlot orders lockdown In Rajasthan till Mar 31
Earlier on Sunday, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot had directed a "complete lockdown" in the state, except for essential services, till March 31. Releasing a statement, CM Gehlot had stated that all government offices, malls, factories, public transport, etc. will remain shut during the period. There will be a "complete lockdown", barring essential and medical services, in the state from March 22 to March 31 to contain the spread of novel coronavirus and keep people safe, he said after a high-level meeting with the top officials.
COVID-19 cases rise in India
According to the latest figure available on Monday, India has so far reported 468 cases, including 424 active cases while 9 people have died. Multiple states across the country have taken up measures to contain the spread of the virus and have ordered a complete lockdown at least till March 31, with an extension likely. Numerous states have announced lockdowns till at least March 31, suspending all public transport services and non-essential services.
Updated 22:55 IST, March 23rd 2020