Arvind Kejriwal puts Delhi under lock down; essential services exempted

Delhi chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced complete shut down of the national capital to stem the spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19) in the region. The lockdown will kick-in from 6 a.m. Monday and last till March 31.

"We have decided to impose lockdown in Delhi from 6 am tomorrow (March 23) to March," said Arvind Kejriwal in a Press conference.

All dairies, grocery shops, chemists and petrol pumps to remain open during the period. However, no public transport will operate. Essential services including medical services are exempted keeping in view the smooth supply chain of goods.

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