Local stores are allowed to sell essentials using vehicles. Photo by K Antony Xavier
CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu government on Friday announced extension of total lockdown for another week ending 6am on June 7.
“As the total lockdown draws to a close on May 31, I have ordered an extension for a week -- after a district-wise review on the severity of Covid -- to prevent the spread of the virus and to save precious lives,” chief minister M K Stalin said.
The chief minister said the existing sale of fruits and vegetables through departments concerned would continue to exist in all districts to meet the daily requirements of the people.