Chennai: Tamil Nadu Government has extended existing Covid- 19 related restrictions till March 31^st. The Covid- 19 restrictions will implement in offices, shops, and industrial and commercial establishments will continue with staggered working hours.

Authorities have been directed to crack down on violations of these or any other Covid-19 related protocols. Police and Municipal Authorities have been further directed to ensure that measures in containment zones which will now be demarcated at micro-levels are strictly followed. These include the use of face masks in public and maintaining social distancing. DGCA extended restrictions on International travels, on Sunday which remains prohibited in the state, apart from those related to essential services and permitted exceptions.

The State Government has cautioned people over 65, those with co-morbidities, those who are pregnant, and children under the age of 10 to take all necessary and required precautions. The second phase of vaccination will begin in the state on Monday, with people over the age of 60, and those over 45 but with co-morbidities, in line to get the shot. Vaccinations will be free of cost at Government-run facilities and be capped at ₹ 250 per dose in private hospitals and clinics.