Express News Service
MADIKERI: Following an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases, the Kodagu district administration has tightened the curfew, with essential and other permitted shops remaining open only on Tuesdays and Fridays. A decision in this regard was announced by Kodagu DC Charulata Somal on Monday.
“All essential shops, agriculture shops, liquor shops and take-away facilities at hotels are permitted to function only between 6 am and 12 noon on Tuesdays and Fridays. This will be imposed with immediate effect for the coming two weeks,” stated Charulata.
However, stand-alone milk parlours/booths can remain open from 6 am to 10 am every day and there is no prohibition on supply of newspapers. Medical outlets and petrol bunks are permitted to remain open throughout.
Owners of homestays in Kodagu finally have something to cheer about
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After nearly eight months, homestays across Kodagu have received bookings for Christmas and the year-end. Nearly 50 to 60% occupancy has been recorded since the beginning of this month in registered and active homestays, say industry insiders.
Many resorts, especially the high-end ones, have been booked till the year-end even as the Kodagu district administration has issued guidelines to the hospitality sector on the dos and don’ts for New Year’s Eve revelry. Kodagu Homestays’ Association founder secretary and past president Karumbaiah said, “Homestays are getting more bookings from couples and families and not group bookings like earlier. With curbs on celebrations and gatherings, playing music, bonfires, and dancing in place, homestays have been told to stick to the guidelines.”