Covid curfew in Uttar Pradesh extended till May 24; relief measures announced for ration card holders

While announcing a slew of relief measures for ration card holders and daily wage workers, the Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday extended the statewide Covid curfew till May 24.

Restrictions aimed at breaking the chain of Covid-19 transmission in Uttar Pradesh have been extended till May 24. The decision was taken during a meeting of the state cabinet chaired by CM Yogi Adityanath on Saturday. 02 05 — CM Office, GoUP (@CMOfficeUP) May 15, 2021 A press statement said the UP government has been making arrangements for Covid testing and treatment free of cost. The vaccination drive being carried out at the state's expense is also underway, adds the statement.