Bhubaneswar, Mar 26: The most crowded market of Bhubaneswar city Unit – I Market will be shifted temporarily to the stretch between AG square and Rajmahal square as a precautionary measure to avoid huge gathering amid coronavirus pandemic.

Some shopkeepers will also be allowed to sell their products at Unit – I High School playground.

It is a temporary arrangement for 45 days only, with an aim to avoid coronavirus infection during shopping of essential goods in the capital city by maintaining social distancing, said a senior official of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation.

The decision has been taken following huge rush to the market during the ongoing lockdown, the official added.