Maintain Self-Discipline Or Else Face The Consequences: Saamana Editorial Warns Of Another Lockdown In Maharashtra

Mumbai: Following the increase in the number of COVID cases in Maharashtra, Shiv Sena mouthpiece warned of an imminent lockdown or stringent restrictions to deal with the resurgence.

An editorial in the Sena mouthpiece Saamana states that people must maintain self-discipline to avoid sanctions.

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“Is Maharashtra heading towards another lockdown? Cases across the country are increasing and Maharashtra’s contribution is major, which is a cause of concern… People should maintain self-discipline and put some restrictions on themselves. Take care, else lockdown or strict restrictions are unavoidable,” the editorial said on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, Mumbai’s Conservative Minister Aslam Sheikh said on Tuesday that a decision on the ban or lockout in the metropolitan city would soon be decided by local authorities.

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“In a meeting on Monday, the Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray instructed the Municipal Corporation and the Collector to take a decision on the lockout decision. This can be a one-night curfew, full or partial lockdown. Coronavirus cases are increasing in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra. The nightclub is likely to be closed earlier,” said Aslam Sheikh.

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Earlier, the local administrations imposed restrictions in Thane and Nashik districts on Tuesday. In Thane, 16 hotspots were put under lockdown.

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