IN PICS | Mumbai streets wear deserted look as weekend lockdown comes into force in Maharashtra

As coronavirus infections soar once again, Maharashtra has decided to opt for a weekend lockdown. Here's how that looks in its capital city.

A deserted view of Mumbai's Taj Hotel Gateway as Maharashtra Government announced a weekend lockdown due to a surge in COVID-19 cases. (Photo | PTI) 

Empty streets, complete compliance: No people at the scene near Gateway of India after the state government orders for total lockdowns during the weekends. (Photo | PTI)

Mumbai has been witnessing a sudden surge in coronavirus cases as the country battles a second wave of infections. In focus: People gather at city's Byculla market. (Photo | PTI)

Aside from soaring cases, the city also had to halt its vaccination process due to a shortage of jabs. A concern which Maharashtra government has raised with the Centre. (Photo | PTI)

The opposition too has backed Maharashtra government on its decision to impose the lockdown, stressing on the need to focus on adherence of social distancing norms and protocols. (Photo | PTI)

The weekend lockdown will remain in force from Fridays at 8 pm till 7 am on Mondays. (Photo | PTI)

During daytime on weekends, section 144 will be in force prohibiting more than five people to gather at one place. (Photo | PTI)

The only exception, however, is that essential services and transportation including buses, trains, and taxis will be allowed. (Photo | PTI)

A decision has also been taken to shut down malls, restaurants, bars. Takeaway services will continue. (Photo | PTI)

Industries and production sector, will function with Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs), and construction sites will operate if there is an accommodation facility for workers. In picture: Boats anchored near Gateway of India. (Photo | PTI)

The weekend lockdown may be around for the foreseeable future as the state's coronavirus death toll has already topped 55,000. (Photo | PTI)