One week lockdown in Bangalore Urban, Rural districts from July 11

One week lockdown in Bangalore Urban, Rural districts planned.

The Karnataka Government has decided to impose lockdown for a week in Bangalore Urban and Rural districts starting from 8pm on July 14, according to a press release from Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa’s office.
The statement said that detailed guidelines will be issued on July 10
in this regard.

During lockdown period, supply of essential commodities like groceries, vegetables, fruits, milk, medicines will continue uninterrupted. MBBS, post graduate examinations will be conducted as scheduled.

“I appreciate the tireless efforts of our healthcare and police personnel, ASHA workers, volunteers and media persons in containing COVID 19 pandemic in the state,” the chief minister said.

“I appeal people to cooperate with the Government, wear masks, maintain social distance, follow all guidelines, take all precautionary steps and help us contain the pandemic,” Mr. Yediyurappa said.