Bhubaneswar: Odisha is all set to celebrate Saraswati Puja in a low-key manner on Saturday amidst Covid 19 restrictions.
According to guidelines issued by the Office of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), People are advised to perform the rituals/puja on the occasion of Saraswati Puja at home with family members only avoiding mass gatherings and adhering to the Covid-19 safety protocols such as physical distancing, use of face masks/ covering and handwashing or hand sanitizer.
Moreover, the government has also allowed Saraswati Puja in schools with a limited number of students, in compliance with all Covid-19 protocols. The festival can also be observed in temples without the participation of devotees.