The Tamil Nadu government on Wednesday allowed more relaxations to  Covid-19 curbs by lifting the ban on political and cultural gatherings while letting more people take part in weddings and funerals across the State.
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The decision on the easing of curbs was taken after considering the declining infection rates, an official press release said. The relaxations come into effect from Thursday, the release said.
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Between March 3 and 31, weddings and other related functions can be held with the participation of 500 people while the number of deaths and funerals should not exceed 250, it said.
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The numbers were earlier capped at 200 for weddings and 100 for death-related ceremonies. However, people should continue to follow Covid preventive measures such as wearing masks and maintaining social distancing, and getting vaccinated, said Chief Minister of the State M K Stalin. The State reported 348 Covid-19 cases on Tuesday with its active numbers being 5,066.Â
With PTI inputs.
