New Delhi: Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday announced sweeping restrictions across the state in wake of the rising COVID-19 cases in the country. Sawant said that a complete lockdown will be announced imposed in the entire state which will start from 7 pm on April 29 and will continue to remain in force till May 3 morning.

As per the restrictions announced today, all essential services and industrial works in the state will be exempted during the lockdown. However, public transport, casinos, hotels, bars and pubs will remain closed during the 4 days of lockdown. Goa border will remain open for the transportation of essential services only.

Lockdown announced in the state from 29th April 7 pm to the morning of 3rd May. Essential services & industrial activities allowed, public transport to remain shut. Casinos, hotels, pubs remain closed. Borders to remain open for essential service transportation, Goa CM Pramod Sawant said.