Cinema Halls, Multiplexes, Entertainment Parks To Open From October 15 Amid COVID-19; Here’s The Complete List Of Guidelines Issued By I&B Ministry

Cinema halls, theatres and multiplexes to reopen from October 15 across India. Fifty per cent occupancy, staggered show timings, social distancing, thermal screening, adequate protection gear for the staff, and compulsorily providing phone numbers for "contact tracing" are among the guidelines issued for reopening cinema halls, theatres and multiplexes. These establishments, which have remained closed since March because of the coronavirus outbreak, were recently allowed to resume operations as per guidelines issued under Unlock 5. Using the hashtag UnlockWithPrecautions, Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar tweeted a set of rules all cinema halls will have to follow to safely continue operating amid the pandemic. A recap of Covid-safety norms and punishment, in case they are not observed, would become a part of the customary pre- and post-show advertisements. Floor and seat markers for social distancing, thermal scanning and "respiratory etiquettes" are among the things patrons will have to bear in mind after they are allowed entry on being cleared as "asymptomatic”. Hand washing and sanitization provision will also be made, besides mandatory use of Aarogya Setu and providing cellphone numbers for contact tracing. However, the rules emphasise the need for "self-monitoring" health. Watch the video to know more.