Odisha: Ganesh Puja at public places prohibited in this coastal dist

Sambad English Bureau Published On : Aug 18, 2020 at 10:46 AM

Berhampur: Ganesh Puja celebrations at public places will be not allowed in Odisha’s Ganjam district this year due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation, the Collector informed today.

The official urged the people of the state to cooperate in this regard and not to leave home unless there is emergency work.

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Ganesh Puja celebrations will be not allowed in keeping view of COVID situations. Pl cooperate & don’t leave home unless there is emergency work. Ur cooperation is important to ensure social distancing & to stop further infection. All shopkeeper has to follow PANCHSUTRA strictly

— Collector & District Magistrate, Ganjam (@Ganjam_Admin) August 18, 2020

A similar decision has already been taken in Gajapati, Bhadrak and Jagatsinghpur districts.

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