No Parade On Independence Day-2022 In Odisha
Bhubaneswar: There will be no parade on this year’s Independence Day in Odisha due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation. A decision in this regard has been taken by the State Government at a preparatory meeting for observation of Independence Day.
“In view of the COVID-19 pandemic in the State, Govt. of Odisha have discouraged large gatherings along with several other preventive measures to contain the spread of the disease like previous years. In wake of the above, changes to the usual schedule need to be undertaken to ensure maximum safety of guests as well as participants,” an official notification said.
Though parade will not be held, guard of honour will be presented.
Three contingents of OSAP, ODRAF, BSF, SS Battalion besides Police Band would participate in the function.
The contingents participating in the function will be tested for COVID-19 and would be required to maintain adequate social distancing at the venue.
The officers deployed near the flag post would also be tested for COVID-19 and wear mask and gloves.
