THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a situation of the state moving to a lockdown, a pass would be issued for necessary services, said DGP Lokanath Behera while talking to the media.

Behera said the media and government officials can travel using their identity cards. People using their private vehicles should submit an affidavit.

Strict action will be taken against those giving wrong details in the affidavit.

District police chiefs will issue the passes. Vehicles carrying medicines have been exempted. Taxis and autos should carry only essential items, medicines and hospital equipment, said the DGP.