Normalcy returns to city except in containment zones

KANPUR: Normalcy has started returning in the city except in parts of the containment zones after the Central government’s unlock 1.0 decision which came into effect from Monday.
Senior citizens, after going through the guidelines issued by the state government and in compliance of unlock 1.0, welcomed the Monday morning by going for morning walks and doing workouts in parks.As per the guidelines, people can start their general activities from 4 am but consumer activities will begin from 6 am to 8 pm while main markets are allowed to open from 9 am to 8 pm.
Few city buses also plied but there was no rush on roads. Though pillion riding has been allowed on two-wheelers but pillion rider will have to use mask and helmet.
District magistrate Brahmadeo Ram Tiwari in a press release issued on the intervening night of May 31 and June 1, stated that all shops in city markets would open as per old schedule and roster but shopkeepers and customers would strictly follow social distancing standards. The shopkeepers will have to use mask, gloves and keep sanitizer in shops. They would not entertain any customers in their shops who is not wearing mask or not maintaining social distancing. Any failure in this regard would invite legal action against them.
He said the night curfew would remain in force from 9 pm to 5 pm. Earlier, it was from 7 pm to 6 am.
City, roadways and private buses, autos, e –rickshaws and cabs have been allowed to ply but only after following seating capacity restrictions of passengers, the DM said. Buses would be sanitized daily and not carry standing passengers. It is mandatory for bus drivers and conductors to wear gloves and masks, he added.
He said hair cutting saloons have been allowed to open but they have to maintain social distancing norms and sanitize them daily. They would work with reduced number of helpers, use mask, gloves and face shield. The cloth or towel would be used only once, he said.
Sweet shops cannot serve snacks and sweets at their shops. The entry of customers must be in compliance with the Covid-19 protocol. Sanitization at entry gate is mandatory. Similarly, street vendors too could open their shops but after following the instructions announced earlier.