Maharashtra traders defy partial curbs, support complete lockdown
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The associations said if the state government continues with the selective restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19, they would defy the directives and open shops from Monday. However, if the state opted for a complete lockdown, they would close their shops.
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Maharashtra, the state with the largest number of Covid-19 cases, was considering imposing a complete lockdown for at least a week.
Some trade associations in Maharashtra have decided to oppose the selective restrictions that allow only those shops and establishments selling essential services to operate and force all others to close.