“This is no occasion to become complacent as a new variant of the virus is causing concern,” Jena added. Referring to Nuakhai celebration across Western Odisha, he said that people should strictly adhere to the guidelines and avoid gatherings. Odisha has also reported cases between 650 and 1,200 during the last 10 to 15 days.ĪLSO READ: Pandemic shadow on Odisha's Nuakhai harvest festival The SRC said that the Covid cases ranging between 30,000 and 40,000 are being reported in the country even now. “The guidelines were issued in the interest of the people and we all have to sacrifice,” he said, adding that the second wave is yet to be over. Stating that the height of the Durga idols will have to remain within four feet, the SRC said that the government cannot relax the guidelines.
