The Ministry of Health yesterday announced COVID-19 guidelines for the Hindu festival of Phagwah which will be celebrated on March 28.
The notice by the Ministry of Health follows:
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
Phagwah COVID-19 Guidelines
Phagwah/ Holi will be celebrated on Sunday March 28th. As a result of continuing health concerns related to COVID-19, it is necessary to have some restrictions on the celebrations.
1. Phagwah events at the mandirs, including cultural programmes, chowtaalsamelan and
satsangh/services, are allowed at 40% capacity. Mandirs are encouraged to utilize their outdoor spaces where available.
2. Socially distanced gatherings for the burning of Holika are allowed.
3. Large Phagwah events involving hundreds or thousands of persons are not allowed.
4. Phagwah gatherings on trucks, canters or other vehicles carrying alcohol are not allowed.
5. Persons are encouraged to celebrate within their home circles.
6. Masks must be worn at all times, six feet social distancing maintained along with frequent hand washing and sanitizing.
