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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.

A flock of goats kept for selling ahead of Eid al-Adha (Bakrid), in Allahabad on Thursday.

Press Trust of India Guwahati

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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First Published: Jul 19 2021 | 3:40 PM IST

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