Tamil Nadu announces new COVID-19 curbs: Night curfew from Thursday, lockdown on Sundays

Even public transport would not be functioning during Sunday lockdowns in Tamil Nadu. 

New Delhi: Chennai: Amid fast-rising COVID-19 cases, the Tamil Nadu government has announced night curfew from 10 pm to 5 am, across the state starting from Thursday (January 6) and full lockdown on Sundays.

During these hours, only public transport, private bus services, fuel stations, ATMs and essentials such as the delivery of milk, newspapers would be permitted to function. Those working in night shifts in essential industries have been advised to carry company-issued ID cards and vaccination certificates. The Government has advised flight, bus and train passengers traveling during the curfew/lockdown hours to carry their ticket copy to prove their credentials.

Those with valid travel tickets can use autos and taxis for transit amid the curfew hours. On Sunday lockdowns, only the essential services would be permitted, besides online food delivery services and take-aways at hotels can function between 7 am and 10 pm.