 "Assam govt bans mass gatherings on Eid to curb spread of Covid-19")
The Assam government on Monday
announced that no public congregation will be allowed in the state on Eid in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.
State Health Minister Keshab Mahanta urged the people to celebrate the festival at their homes.
Prayers at mosques will be allowed with a maximum of five persons, he said.
Eid ul-Adha will be celebrated in the state on Wednesday.
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