<p>Amid the rising cases of Coronavirus in the state, Maharashtra government has announced to impose complete lockdown across state on the weekends. Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray held a high-level meeting with government officials and health experts to discuss strict restrictions in order to control the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;</p> <p>Post meeting, the Maharashtra cabinet decided to impose complete lockdown starting from 8 PM on Friday, which will remain in affect till 7 AM on Monday. During the Coronavirus-induced lockdown, only essential services will be permitted. Meanwhile, section 144 and night curfew will be imposed on the regular week days.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sources aware of the development stated that cinema halls, parks, museums and all the religious places will remain closed for public gathering. Restaurants too will remain shut however, the eateries are permitted for take away and parcel services. For offices, employees will have to work from home.&nbsp;</p> <p>On Saturday, state Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad had announced that all students across Maharashtra State from Class 1 to 8 would be promoted to the next class without any final examination. A decision regarding students of class 9th and 11th is yet to be announced.</p> <p>Meanwhile, the Maharashtra board examination for class 10 and 12 &nbsp;will be held as per schedule in offline mode. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the state government has insisted that all possible precautions would be taken by the board to conduct the examinations in a safe and secure manner.&nbsp;</p>

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