One plan is to restart some manufacturing in the autos, textiles, defence and electronics sectors, according to a government note that Reuters has reviewed. Firms could start a quarter of their operations while ensuring social distancing, the note said. "In the green zone, small and medium industries will be allowed to start operations, provided the entrepreneur gives us an undertaking to fulfil the guidelines in letter and spirit. We want small industries to start operations at lower capacity first," Khattar, a close ally of Modi, said. The lockdown ends at midnight on Tuesday and Modi is due to take a decision on whether it should be extended.

Source: bd News24 April 13, 2020 08:26 UTC