Garba not allowed in Navratri, government announces guidelines from Dussehra to Diwali and Besatavarsh
With the festive season now approaching in the Corona era, everyone is eager to know what the government will finally do with the celebration of the festival during this epidemic. The state government has issued guidelines in this regard. There has been talk so far that Garba could be organized in Navratri with a limit of 200 people, but now the state government has not allowed Garba to be organized in Navratri. However the government has given one hour for Pooja Aarti. Worship can be done by worshiping idols.The government gave one hour for Pooja Aarti
Worship can be done by worshiping idols.
The Government of Gujarat has issued guidelines regarding the celebration of Navratri Garba - Dussehra - Diwali - New Year Snehmilan Sharad Poonam. It may be mentioned that the state government has issued guidelines for the celebration of the upcoming festivals in the context of the current Corona transition situation in the state as well as public health well-being.
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The government has issued guidelines for the celebration of upcoming festivals
These guidelines and decisions of the state government will have to be implemented from October 16, 2020. According to the government's new guideline, no public garba can be organized in the state during Navratri. However, the government has given concessions on the installation of Mataji's mandvi. At the same time, it has been stated that during Navratri, Garbi / Murti can be installed and worshiped in public in an open place, but photos or idols cannot be touched or prasad cannot be distributed.
These guidelines and decisions of the state government will have to be implemented from October 15, 2020
This will require the approval of the local administration
No more than 500 people will be able to gather and the duration of the event will be one hour
On the other hand, it is imperative that senior citizens above 6 years of age, children below 10 years of age, pregnant mothers as well as persons suffering from other diseases do not participate in such ceremonies. If such ceremonies are held in halls, hotels, banquet halls, auditoriums, wedding halls of caste societies, town halls or other closed venues, they may be held within the limits of 50 per cent or a maximum of 200 persons.
In addition, social, educational sports, recreation, cultural activities, planning of religious ceremonies in areas other than the content zone will also be allowed subject to certain conditions. It is important to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet adhering to social distances throughout the program. For which mandatory floor marking will have to be done. At the same time, it is mandatory to use an accurate and consistent mask throughout the program. In addition, an oximeter with thermal, sanitizer must be provided. As well as the stage, mic, chairs will have to be sanitized periodically. All these matters will be implemented compulsorily. At the same time, spitting during public functions and ceremonies as well as consumption of Pan Masala Gutkha has been completely banned.
Up to 100 people will be able to take part in celebrations such as weddings and receptions
Funeral after death - The ritual will have a maximum of 100 persons
Festivals like Durga Puja, Dussehra, Diwali, New Year Snehmilan, Bhai Beej Sharadpurnima are advised to be done at home with family members.
Final action after death - The ritual will have a maximum of 100 persons
The public celebration of the upcoming festivals requires the prior approval of the local administration
Mass events like fairs, rallies, exhibitions, Ravana Dahan, Ramlila, Shobhayatra where large numbers of people gather will be banned.
In case of violation of these instructions, legal action will be taken against the concerned venue administrator-organizer
Necessary arrangements will also have to be made for the prompt availability of medical facilities during all the programs
Navratri is a confluence of devotion to God and modernity. Garba and Ras are formed for nine days in this Navratri which comes in the coming month. Apart from this, religious rituals like Ramlila, Ramayana, Bhagavat Path are performed. And that is why during Navratri everyone is seen full of a new zeal and enthusiasm. People join in Navratri with enthusiasm. It is now final that Navratri Garba will not be held in Corona this year.

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