‘Low Profile’ Independence Day function Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

New Delhi: The Independence Day function will be low-profile, and health workers, sanitation workers and Covid-19 warriors will be specially invited to the function, a detailed advisory from MHA issued to all states/UTs stated.

The advisory was received at the office of Deputy Commissioner Mandip Singh Brar Thursday.

The advisory stated, “At Home reception, Raj Bhawan/Raj Niwas will be dependent on the decision of Governor concerned by following all the necessary protocols, including face masks, social distancing. It would be appropriate for Covid-19 warriors — doctors, nurses, sanitation workers — will be invited to these receptions in recognition of their services against the fight with Covid-19.”

The advisory also stated that the National Flag will be unfurled at 9 am sharp, followed by playing of the national anthem, presentation of the guard of honour by the police, including para-military forces, Home Guards, NCC and Scouts.

Cultural programmes involving schoolchildren this time will be avoided. Senior citizens will not be invited.

Special attention will be given to Covid-19 warriors. Instructions will be issued for a minimum of people to attend the Independence Day programme at government offices/corporations etc. Large screens, webinar programmes will be pushed for live coverage of Independence Day parade.

(With Agency Inputs)

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