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UP government announces further relaxation in Covid norms from Feb 1

Lucknow, Jan 30 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday announced further relaxation in coronavirus -related restrictions from February 1.

State Chief Secretary RK Tiwari issued new guidelines here under which a maximum of 200 persons are allowed at a time.

However, use of face mask and social distancing norms will remain mandatory. Less than 50 percent of the ground area will be allowed to use as against the earlier the limit of 40 per cent and 50 percent for closed rooms or halls.

According to the UP Chief Secretary, restrictions for elderly and vulnerable people will continue like before.
People above 65 years of age, people suffering from more than one disease, pregnant females and children below 10 years will be able to leave the house only when necessary for health related requirements, otherwise they will have to stay indoors.
''For the past four months, there has been a steady decrease in the active case of Corona. Nevertheless, to get complete control over this pandemic, there is a need to take precautions and follow the guidelines issued by the Government of India and the state more strictly,'' said the Chief Secretary.
The guideline states that appropriate action will be taken against those who do not wear masks in public and in the workplace. In crowded places, social distancing should be strictly followed. There will be no restriction on the movement of people from other states or inside the state. Similarly, cross-border transportation will be allowed as per the treaty conditions with neighbouring countries. No separate permission or e-permit will be required for it, the guideline said.
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