The Ministry of the Interior (MHA) announced on September 30 that cinemas, theaters and multiplex cinemas will be allowed to open with up to 50 percent of their capacity from October 15. However, the film will not be shown. in the containment zones and the central government has said that the States and UT could consider proposing additional measures based on their field assessment.
Given that the occupancy of theaters should not exceed 50 percent of their total seating capacity, the seating arrangement within cinemas and multiplex cinemas will be done in such a way as to maintain an adequate physical distance. Seats that are “Unoccupied” will be marked as such during online booking (both for online booking and ticket sales at the box office).
Additionally, staggered show times for multiple screens will be followed to avoid crowds and maintain social distancing. Additionally, the show start time, intermission period, and end time of a show on any screen will not overlap with the other show on any other screen.
The government has also called for digital and contactless transactions to be preferred for payment of tickets, food and beverages, etc. The purchase of tickets at the box office will also be open throughout the day and advance booking will be allowed to avoid crowds. at the sales counters.
The temperature setting of all air conditioners should be in the range of 24-30 ° C, according to the government issued SOPs.
The SOPs also mention that only packaged food and beverages will be allowed and that the delivery of food and beverages within the theater / auditorium will be prohibited.
The government has also directed theaters and multiplexes to ensure adequate physical distance of at least 6 feet in common areas and waiting areas. Hand sanitizers should be available, preferably in non-contact mode, at entry and exit points, as well as in common areas within the facility.
The use of face covers or masks is mandatory at all times.
In addition, the thermal inspection of visitors and personnel will be carried out at the entry points. Only asymptomatic people will be allowed to enter the facilities.
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