Chandigarh, March 25, 2021:
Keeping in view the sudden surge in the COVID-19 cases across the state, the Punjab Government has decided to close the Museums of the state for the public till April 10, 2021.
Disclosing this in a press communique released here today the official Spokesperson of the Punjab Government said that in pursuant of the directions of the Punjab Government the Virasat-e-Khalsa situated at Sri Anandpur Sahib would also be closed with immediate effect and public entry would be strictly prohibited into the premises of this world renowned museum of Sikh heritage and culture. He said that the motive behind closing the museum is to restrict the public to gather in close vicinity.
The general public is also advised to comply with the health advisories issued by the Punjab Government to check the further rise of this deadly virus.
The pilgrims coming to Sri Anandpur Sahib to take part in in the Holla Mohalla celebrations should not gather at one place in large number. They should also put on masks all the time, maintain social distance and sanitize their hands at regular intervals, said the spokesperson.
