Karnataka COVID-19 Lockdown extended till June 7

In view of the pandemic situation, lockdown in Karnataka has been extended till June 7, 2021, chief minister BS Yediyurappa informed on Friday.

"We had a meeting with senior officials and ministers. We have taken a decision on lockdown. We had strict restrictions till May 24. As



per the opinion of experts, we are extending the strict restrictions till June 7, 6 am," Yediyurappa said.

Besides this, the Karnataka government has decided to give free treatment for Mucormycosis (black fungus) patients in the government district hospitals, the chief minister added.