Odisha govt issues guidelines for Makar Sankranti

Prameyanews English

Published By : Prameya News Bureau | January 11, 2022 IST

Bhubaneswar, Jan 11: The Odisha government has issued guidelines for Makar Sankranti and Pongal celebrations. Congregations at river banks/ ghats/ ponds/ seashore or near other water bodies to take bath on the occasion of Makar Sankranti/ Pongal and on the day following shall remain prohibited throughout the state. As per the guidelines, organisation and celebration of Makar Mela is strictly prohibited. All religious places will be closed for worship. However, religious rituals are allowed with bare minimum priests and staff. People are advised to perform the rituals/ puja on the occasion of Makar Sankranti/ Pongal at home with family members only, avoiding mass gatherings and adhering to the COVID-19 safety protocols such as physical distancing, use of face mask/ covering and hand washing/ hand sanitizer.

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