DISORDER UNLOCKED ON STREETS

As the country entered Day 41 of nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic on Monday, several states saw people crowding liquor shops flouting social distancing norms. Meanwhile, following a relaxation of curbs across the country, several businesses opened leading to traffic snarls at state borders, even as residents flocked vegetable markets and grocery stores to stock up on essentials. The lockdown, first imposed on March 25 was extended till May 3, is scheduled to end on May 17, following a graded easing of restrictions in states.

NITIN KANOTRA /HT PHOTO People gather at a vegetable market in Jammu on Monday. JAMMU

DHEERAJ DHAWAN /HT PHOTO People wait in line to buy liquor in Lucknow on Monday. LUCKNOW

ANI Heavy traffic at NH24 in New Delhi on Monday. DELHI