In view of the spread of coronavirus infections, Independence Day will be celebrated by following the Covid-19 guidelines; observation of health protocols like social distancing and wearing of masks, said Kuldeep Chaudhary, Deputy Commissioner Bokaro.
A meeting was held regarding the preparations of Independence Day celebrations under the chairmanship of Choudhary and Chandan Kumar Jha, Superintendent of Police Bokaro at the Collectorate Auditorium.
They asked the officials to ensure that Covid-19 guidelines must be followed during the entire event on the day.
Speaking on the occasion, Chaudhary said, the threat of Covid-19 is not entirely averted yet. Experts are expressing the possibility of a third web. We need to be more careful about this. On the occasion of Independence Day, it will be mandatory to wear masks while following mutual distance.
He said that during the flag hoisting in various government offices, the official heads of the concerned office would ensure masks, sanitizers and other arrangements. “Instructions were also given to make a circle for social distancing at flag hoisting sites,” he added.
Rehearsal for the parade will be held from August 9, while on August 13, the Deputy Commissioner and the Superintendent of Police will jointly inspect the parade.
Participants will have to submit a COVID-19 negative report, said a district administration official.