Mumbai, March 31: After more than two years, all pandemic-related restrictions including the mandatory wearing of masks would be lifted in Maharashtra from April 2, the state government announced on Thursday.

The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, Health Minister Rajesh Tope told reporters. Mask Made Voluntary in Maharashtra as State Government Removes All COVID-19 Restrictions Ahead of Gudi Padwa And Ramadan 2022.

“From Gudhi Padwa (Marathi New Year which falls on April 2 this time), all COVID-19 related restrictions under the Epidemic Diseases Act and Disaster Management Act will be withdrawn,” Tope said. Wearing of face mask will be voluntary from April 2, he said.

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