Thiruvananthapuram: After reviewing the coronavirus situation in the state, the Kerala government has once again extended the statewide lockdown till June 9.
The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by the Chief Minister on Saturday as the present lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19 expires on May 30, Sunday.
Meanwhile, a decision to withdraw the triple lockdown in Malappuram is also reported to have been taken.
It is learned that the government is likely to give relaxations in the lockdown for small scale business shops, textiles, book stores etc.
The state government had earlier announced relaxation for certain businesses and activities from lockdown restrictions.
As per this, optical shops, shops engaged in sale and repair of hearing aids and prosthetic legs, shops offering repair of gas stoves, mobile phones and computers and coir manufacturing units can function on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Vehicles carrying women's hygiene products can ply on all days.
(Further details are awaited)