Shillong, June 2 -- It is a good sign that the Government of Meghalaya via official communicates Order (No. POL.755/2020/ Ptl/26 - dated May 6, 2020), lifted the restriction on inter-district movement within the state. However, inter-state movement of persons will continue to be restricted. The same order also have permitted in the state including in Shillong Urban agglomeration area with immediate effect, that all shops from fixed premises excluding barber ships, beauty parlours, salons. Also only 50 percent of private and public transportation will be allowed to move freely within the state, including Shillong agglomeration.

In any of the normal situation, such relaxation would be most welcome, understanding the global crisis due to th...