The Raipur district administration on Saturday issued 22 guidelines for Janmashtami, restricting the Dahi-Handi loot ('Matki Fod') event.
Visitors must maintain a distance of six feet while visiting temples and religious places.
The organizers must ensure only asymptomatic persons get entry.
The organisers must also ensure entry of only those wearing face masks and using hand sanitizers. Thermal screening should be provided at the venue.
The order prohibited the distribution of prasad.