The Maharashtra government on
Thursday decided to temporarily stop holding official meetings in view of the coronavirus outbreak.
A Government Resolution (GR) issued here said if at all an urgent meeting is to be called, it should be ensured that sitting arrangement is made in such a way that officers and other staff members are at a safe distance fromeach other.
The GR said the rule will be applicable for state government headquarters Mantralaya in south Mumbai and all government offices elsewhere in the state till the outbreak of the coronavirus is curbed.
The order said the step is necessary to prevent spread of the virus in government offices and ensure safety of employees.
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