CHENNAI: The State government has formally extended the lockdown period from April 30 to May 3 following the Central government's countrywide order to extend the lockdown.
Chief Secretary K Shanmugam issued the order on Wednesday accepting in toto whatever relaxations announced for industrial activities in rural areas, etc.
Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami is chairing a high-level meeting at the secretariat to ascertain whether any further modifications are to be effected in the State according to the prevailing situation. He is also holding a video conference meeting with District Collectors. Later in the day, the Chief Minister is likely to make announcements.