UT admn bans Holi celebration at major city locations
Chandigarh, March 25, 2021:
Keeping in view the rapid increase in the number of Covid-19 cases in the city, the UT Administration decided to close the major celebration places on the occasion of Holi. To prevent the spread of infection, it is specifically ordered by the administration that all public government parks, Sukhna Lake area and Sector 17 Plaza will remain 'out of bound' for public Holi celebrations. There will be restrictions of entry into these places, which will be strictly implemented by the Police and Municipal authorities.
Pertinently, the administration has already banned public gatherings for the celebration of Holi and has advised residents to observe the festival in their own houses while strictly following covid-19 protocol.
As per the fresh orders, the restrictions on entry to these places will remain valid from 06:00 AM to 06:00 PM on March 29 (Monday).
Check order copy:
