New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today announced that markets in the city will be allowed to open on an odd-even basis, much like the plan was harnessed to to beat air pollution in the national capital. The standalone shops, however, will be allowed to open daily.
Last week, Mr Kejriwal announced that based on suggestions from citizens and expert opinion, the administration will keep opening up progressively.
- Malls and shopping centres will open on an odd-even basis – half shops one day, the other half the next day.
- Essential item shops and chemists can open on all days. The odd-even rule does not apply to them.
- All private offices can open at a limit of 50 per cent employees only. However, we urge all those who can work from home to continue to do so.
- For public sector offices, Category A employees can work on all days, but all categories under them can only work to 50 per cent capacity. This needs to be followed strictly.
- Delhi metro will also run at a 50% capacity.
- As and when the situation keeps improving, more relaxations will be announced. This is what is being done currently.
