Government Imposes Ban On Gatherings On The Occasion Of Youm e Ali R.A

The Government of Punjab, issued a notice on Wednesday, 13th of May, 2020, regarding the processions held throughout the province on the occasion of the last ashra of Ramadan and Youm-e-Ali.

The Home Department stated that certain condition had to be fulfilled in order to have a gathering at the residences and at the Imam bargahs. A maximum of one hour was allowed for the duration of the Majalis, with many precautions as to limit the spread of the virus. Number of participants is to be limited and a safe distance of 6 feet should remain between each participant, furthermore, all the participants are required to wear face masks and gloves and are also suggested to avoid shaking hands and embracing other people.

It is also suggested that the floor and the mats on which the participants will sit needs to be sprayed with a chlorine solution, and security should be available for maximum protection. People with flu, fever, cough, etc were advised to stay home in order to limit the spread of virus.