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Odisha Government has decided to keep the Independence Day celebration a low-key affair

in State News August 11, 2020 Comments Off on Odisha Government has decided to keep the Independence Day celebration a low-key affair 395 Views

Bhubaneswar:11/8/20:  In view of the COVID-19 pandemic, Odisha Government has decided to keep the Independence Day celebration a low-key affair by not organising parade or march-past this year.

Besides, the participation of the general public will also be restricted during the I-Day celebration. Only a limited number of guests (around 50 to 75) may be invited to the celebration using e-invites. The guests should include around 15 to 20 Corona Warriors (doctors, health workers, and sanitation workers), said a letter written to all Collectors and SPs by the Home Department.

After a preparatory meeting chaired by Chief Secretary, the following guidelines have been issued for strict adherence during the I-Day celebration.

  •  After 9 AM, the National Flag shall be unfurled by the chief guest (to be intimated separately by Home Dept) followed by playing the National Anthem
  • Only one / two police contingent to participate in the ceremony for offering compliments to the Chief Guest during the celebration
  • There will be no parade/marchpast
  • There will be no participation by the general public. Only limited number of guests (around 50 to 75) may be invited to the celebration, using e-invites, including 15 to 20 COVID warriors (including doctors, health workers, sanitation workers) 
  • It is imperative that social distancing norms and mask-wearing are to be followed strictly by those attending the function.
  • The venue must be well sanitised and a hand sanitiser available at the entrance
  •  Tree plantations and online essay/quiz contests may be held to mark the occasion.

Similar guidelines/procedure may also be followed for the celebration of the Independence Day at block and Gram  Panchayat levels, the letter reads.

 

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