Maharashtra's COVID-unlock: Local bus service to resume in Mumbai from today

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday, said that the local administration can take a call on easing or tightening restrictions in their zones as the intensity of the pandemic varies across the state. 

Mumbai: Even as Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray decided that the local administration can take a call on easing or tightening restrictions in their zones as the intensity of the COVID-19 pandemic varies across the state, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) has informed that the local bus service will resume in Mumbai from Monday (June 7) onwards.  The decision to this effect was taken following the 5-step unlock which is currently in process in the Maharashtra capital city. The BEST told ANI, "The number of passengers will not be more than the total number of seats in any bus, and wearing of face mask will be mandatory for every passenger." As per the new guidelines issued by the BMC, "Restaurants, shops selling non-essential items, and public places are set to reopen from Monday in Mumbai but malls, theatres, and multiplexes will continue to remain shut. The restaurants to operate at 50 per cent capacity for dining till 4 pm on weekdays."