THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Wearing masks have been made mandatory in the state for those stepping out of their houses. CM Vijayan said sanitizers and the facility to wash hands should be made available at all places.

In a press meet on Monday, CM Vijayan said the government plans to continue restrictions in special regions Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam, and Kollam.

Currently, there are six COVID-19 cases in Pathanamthitta, three in Ernakulam and five in Kollam. Pathanamthitta and Ernakulam districts were identified by the centre as hotspots. In such places, the lockdown will continue with strict restrictions till April 24. Then some relaxation could be allowed after analyzing the situation.