The Government of West Bengal has extended COVID-induced restrictions in the state till 15th of July with further relaxations.<br />''  <br />'' Earlier, restrictions were put in place till 30th of June.<br />''  <br />'' After reviewing the situation in a high-level meeting, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee today announced that the government and private buses and auto rickshaws will now be allowed to operate with fifty per cent occupancy.<br />''  <br />'' Drivers are required to be vaccinated and wearing masks along with maintaining physical distance need to be followed. Markets and shops can stay open for more time.<br />''  <br />'' Salon, beauty parlour and gyms can now operate for limited hours.<br />''  <br />'' Ms Banerjee also condemned the fake vaccination case of Kasba area in Kolkata and said that strict action will be taken against those involved in it.<br />''  <br />'' Kolkata Police has already constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) and the prime accused is in police custody.<br />''  <br />