Religious places to reopen in Maharashtra from October 7: CM Uddhav Thackeray

The Maharashtra government on Friday announced reopening of all religious places from October 7 in the state with COVID-19 protocols, a move that comes amid indication that the second wave of the pandemic is ebbing. Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, who made the announcement, urged people not to drop guard and continue COVID-19-appropriate behaviour in view of a possible third wave of the pandemic.

All religious places will be opened from October 7 in the state. The Maharashtra government has prepared itself for a third wave, but with all precautions, the state is allowing relaxations in various activities, he said.The CM said though infections are declining in the state the coronavirus threat persists.

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Although daily COVID-19 cases are showing a declining trend, everybody should take care and follow COVID-19 protocols, he said.While religious places are going to be opened, people still need to wear face masks and use hand sanitizers. The management of religious places will be responsible for implementation of such measures, Thackeray said.