Centre directs states to enforce Unlock 2.0 guidelines strictly

In a letter to Chief Secretary of States and UTs on Monday, the Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla said, “I would urged you to ensure compliance of Unlock 2.0 guidelines and direct all authorities concerned for strict implementation”.

Further, guidelines issued by MHA and consequent Orders issued by the respective State Government and UT administrations should be widely disseminated to the field functionaries for implementation and to the public for awareness and compliance, the letter further said.

The Home Secretary also said that as per the practice,the guidelines on Unlock 2 were based on feedback received from States and UTs and consultations held with the related Central Ministries and Departments.

Lockdown, however, shall continue to be implemented strictly in the containment zones till 31 July, 2020 with strict perimeter control and strict enforcement of containment measures as per guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW), he added.

"I would also reiterate again that States and UTs cannot dilute restrictions imposed vide the aforesaid guidelines issued by MHA states and UTs based on their assessment of the situation, may prohibit certain activities in areas outside containment zones,or impose such restrictions as deemed necessary", Mr Bhalla said.