The Goa government Wednesday announced a four-day lockdown in the state beginning Thursday evening (April 29) to Monday morning (May 3).
While a night curfew and curbs on large gatherings have already been in place, the lockdown will mean tourism activities such as casinos and dine-in at restaurants will remain shut.
The lockdown in Goa will begin at 7 pm on April 29 and will be lifted at 6 am on May 3. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said for now a decision had been taken to impose only a four-day lockdown to break the chain of the rising number of Covid-19 infections in the state and it is unlikely to be extended.
Essential services including grocery shops will remain open throughout the day and there was no need for panic buying or hoarding of groceries, Sawant said.
Restaurant kitchens have been allowed to remain open and food deliveries can also take place.
Industries will be allowed to operate within their premises and will have to arrange for transport facilities for their staff.
Government offices with limited staff will be open. Healthcare and emergency services will remain uninterrupted.
Surjitt Sahani
