Maharashtra is likely to extend existing Covid-related restrictions for 15 days, state Health Minister Rajesh Tope was quoted by news agency PTI on Wednesday. The proposal was made at a cabinet meeting earlier today, but the final decision will be made by Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray. Last week the state - the worst hit by the pandemic - announced a series of measures to combat the deadly spike in cases. These measures, which included limiting attendance at non-essential private and government offices, and use of public transport - were to stay till 7 am on May 1.
