The coronavirus pandemic has emerged as a threat that needs to be dealt with, the Assam government will impose a complete lockdown of the state from 6 pm on March 24 to March 31. This was announced by health minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during a media briefing in Guwahati on Monday evening.
“So far, 169 tests have been done till 4 pm today. Of that, 148 have been found to be negative; 21 results are still awaited,” he said.
Only pharmacies (chemist shops), petrol pumps and grocery shops will be open during this period, Sarma said.
The essential services will run as usual but other temporary services and social gathering will be not allowed.
All borders will be sealed and inter-state transport will be stopped. Skeletal staff will attend offices of banks, treasury, the financial transaction for offices.
However, essential services and ATMs will continue to be there, Sarma said.
