Karnataka: Hundreds gathered at local markets ahead of lockdown

People thronged local markets in Karnataka a day before lockdown is slated to begin in the state. Markets were ver crowded and Covid protocols including social distancing were flouted.  

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Friday announced lockdown-like restrictions with more stringent curbs from May 10 to May 24.

All shops and commercial establishments, hotels, pubs and bars will remain closed during this period. Essential goods and services like food, medicine, milk, fruits and vegetables will be available from 6 am to 10 am only.

Karnataka has been reporting close to 50,000 cases daily while fatalities touched an all-time high of 592 on Friday.