Rath Yatra 2021: IMA says holding any festival can be dangerous

Rath Yatra 2021: Lord Balbhadra’s chariot, Taladhwaja. The Rath yatra is pulled by servitors during Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha. However, the Rath Yatra is being held without devotees due to COVID-19.

However, the Indian Medical Association on Monday suggested the government not to allow people to celebrate any kind of festival amid the coronavirus pandemic. It also reminded that there is a threat of third wave.

IMA President Dr. JA Jayalal requested the Central Government not to take decisions which would trigger the pandemic in our country. Furthermore, it requested the government to stop festivals with mass gatherings.

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