The government on Monday issued fresh guidelines for the Unlock 2.0 phase that will be in force till July 31, extending the process of phased re-opening of activities across the country. In containment zones, only essential activities will be allowed in wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the government said. Schools, colleges, educational and coaching institutions will remain shut. Online distance learning will continue to be permitted. Lockdown will continue to be in force in the containment zones till July 31. Only essential services will be allowed in containment zones.