Tamil Nadu government has extended the lockdown from May 4 to May 17, 2020, with a limited easing of restrictions on construction and other industries, provided thet take the necessary precautions. Public transport, all kinds of functions and gatherings, cinema halls, malls, air-conditioned jewelleries and textiles are not permitted during this period.
Construction, textile, leather, IT and IT enabled services, SEZs among others are permitted to operate in certain locations with limited employees while adhering to social distancing and other standard operating procedures advised by the government. The order was issued after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs announced the extension