Sunday, August 1, 2021

UP bans Muharram processions in new COVID curbs; Shia clerics oppose guidelines

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the Uttar Pradesh police have said religious processions during Muharram will not be allowed in the state this year. UP Directorate General of Police (DGP), Mukul Goel released a new set of guidelines for the state on Sunday, which stated Muharram should be observed with COVID appropriate behaviour. The DGP said Muharram observers should keep in mind all COVID protocols and practice social distancing. 

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the Uttar Pradesh police have said religious processions during Muharram will not be allowed in the state this year. UP Directorate General of Police (DGP), Mukul Goel released a new set of guidelines for the state on Sunday, which stated Muharram should be observed with COVID appropriate behaviour. The DGP said Muharram observers should keep in mind all COVID protocols and practice social distancing.  August 02, 2021 at 07:29AM https://ift.tt/3lkA4Al

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