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- The Union Agriculture Minister announced that agriculture and farming related activities have been exempted from Lock Down.
- It was issued under the second addendum issued by the Home Ministry towards the lock down.
- The move has been brought in to facilitate unhindered activities related to farming and agriculture.
- The Ministry of Home Affairs introduced new rules under the State Disaster Response Fund.
- Under the rules, the funds are to be used to facilitate availability of temporary accommodation and food for the migrant workers.
- Around 80% of India’s work force is employed in informal sector and one-third are working as casual labours.
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