Overcoming the post-shutdown challenge calls for coordinated, empathetic action by the governments as well as the people across the country. 

Have you given a thought about what you will do once the lockdown ends? As we all are currently cooped up in our houses, life in a closed space has become challenging, to say the least, and now, we truly understand the importance of freedom.

However, now with the 21-day lockdown being extended to two more weeks, we need to realise a few things. 

Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a meeting via video-conferencing with the Chief Ministers over #COVID19. pic.twitter.com/yd6mdCzukr

There are over 6,000 confirmed cases in India, so far, and the decision on whether to extend the lockdown or not will be made by the central government soon. 

Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi seen wearing a mask during video-conferencing with the Chief Ministers over #COVID19. Other CMs are also using masks. pic.twitter.com/N6Qfjq9xjy

Amid all this, there is one thing that we need to keep in mind- life won't be the same post-lockdown. If you thought you could just burst out your door ready to 'partay', you could not be more wrong and we are going to tell you why.

Here are some of the important things we need to be particularly careful about post-lockdown to protect our wellbeing: 

1.  Partying With Friends 

After being locked up in our houses for more than three weeks, many of us are literally dying to go out and party with friends. However, doing so immediately after the lockdown ends wouldnât be wise. Social distancing is going to be the norm for a while, and we need to accept that.

We need to realise that Coronavirus is still a pandemic and is taking lives by the hour. So, we need to continue staying home, that way, we will be protecting ourselves and our friends.

2. Wedding Planning

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Unfortunately, in the wake of the outbreak of the novel Coronavirus many couples had to cancel or postpone their wedding. While some still did resort to unique ways of wedding amidst the lockdown, it is advisable to not plan such a huge gathering right after the lockdown ends.

3. Planning A Trip

Quite understandably, the travel itch in us is at an all-time high, especially for those who are globetrotters. Nevertheless, a little more sacrifice for the larger good isnât too bad after all.

4. Maintaining Physical Distance

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It is of utmost importance to continue maintaining at least three meters of physical distance even post-lockdown.

5. Maintaining Hygiene

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Even when the lockdown does end, it is imperative that we maintain hygiene at all times. This will not only help us fight the deadly virus but we can also avoid getting various other diseases. 

One thing that we all need to keep in mind is that the ending of lockdown certainly doesnât mean we are no more vulnerable to getting affected with the virus, and hence, itâs extremely critical that we take all precautionary measures for a long period of time. 

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