Gatherings of more than 50 people to celebrate Bakrid and animal sacrifice at public places will not be allowed this year due to the Covid-19 situation, said the Uttar Pradesh government in fresh directives. In view of Covid, not more than 50 people should gather at any place at a given time for any event related to Bakrid, the official said. Orders in other statesThe Assam government has issued directions that say no public gatherings will be allowed on Eid. Prior to this, the Andhra Pradesh government had issued guidelines to be followed during Eid-ul-Azha (Bakrid) Eid prayers. The Rajasthan government has banned all religious programmes and congregations in the state, including Eid and Kanwar Yatra.

Source: Mint July 19, 2021 10:52 UTC