While it did not go for a complete lockdown, the state government has made restrictions even harsher starting 8 pm today. In an order issued on Wednesday night, private passenger travel beyond the city and district limits has been barred and controls have been put on long-distance public transport till May 1. Private passenger transport, excluding buses, can only run for emergency or essential services or valid reasons with driver plus 50 per cent seating capacity.

People who kept their shops open beyond 11 am faced action in Borivli East on Wednesday. Pic/Nimesh Dave