All public transports will ply in full swing from August 19.

The Cabinet Division issued a gazette notification in this regard on Thursday (Aug 12).

The services of all public transports on roads, railways and waterways will start from August 19, maintaining health guidelines.  Besides, the rule of running half of the vehicles on the roads has also been lifted.

According to the gazette notification, all hotels, resorts, tourist spots and community centres will reopen with its half capacity following hygiene rules from August 19.

The notification further says that wearing masks should be ensured in all public places and the hygiene rules framed by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) should be followed properly. In case of non-compliance with hygiene rules in any organization, the concerned authorities will take responsibility and legal actions will be taken against them.