Ban on inter-state movement to continue: Tynsong

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaMay 18, 2020

The state government has decided not to allow inter-state movement till the national lockdown to combat against COVID-19 ends.

This came a day after the Centre has decided to further extend the lockdown till May 31, citing that the lockdown measures in place since March 24, have helped considerably in containing the spread of coronavirus.

The order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had also stated that the inter-state movement of vehicles and buses will be allowed with mutual consent of the concerned states/UTs.

Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong told reporters that the state government is in line with Centre’s decision for extending the lockdown till May 31. “The state is working out on what we can do as per protocols,” he said.

On inter-state movement, Tynsong however said this will depend on the states even though the MHA has allowed.

“But from the government side, we have decided that till May 31, we will not allow inter-state movement except for transportation of essential commodities,” he said.

According to him, strict strandard operating procedures (SOPs) have to be followed for drivers and vehicles carrying essential goods into the state.