Multiplexes in India to reopen with 50% seating from October 15
Cinema halls
In its latest guidelines for further reopening, the Union Home Ministry in India has allowed certain activities such as functioning of cinemas, theatres and multiplexes with 50% seating capacity from October 15.
However, cinema halls, theatres and multiplexes will have to strictly adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP) issued by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.
Meanwhile, Business to Business exhibitions will also be permitted to open from October 15, for which SOP will be issued by the Department of Commerce.
Swimming pools being used for training of sportspersons have been permitted to open from October 15. However, they must adhere to SOP which will be issued by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.
Along with swimming pools, and cinema halls, entertainment parks will also be permitted to open from October 15.
However, the MHA has asserted that these activities will only be allowed in areas outside Containment Zones. "The new guidelines, issued today, are based on feedback received from States and UTs, and extensive consultations held with related Central Ministries and Departments," said the MHA in a statement.
The lockdown will continue to be implemented strictly in Containment Zones till October 31.
