Every year, during Diwali,   homes and cities witness a festive spirit all around.. However, this year, the coronavirus pandemic seems to have subdued the entire energy. To ensure public safety, there are restrictions on social gatherings and events like Garba night, Diwali exhibitions, and other related events. It is essential to lay extra emphasis on following social distancing and hygiene protocols. Here’re the four most important ways that help light up your celebrations amidst the pandemic:

Adjust yourself to the new normal:  This festive season, try and adjust to the new normal life. Find innovative ways to send greetings and gifts to your loved ones. One can plan for digital surprises like LIVE music night on a video call, personal radio show, celebrity wishes, etc. to make the celebration more memorable for your guests. 

Enjoy with Homemade food: Travelling to your hometown for Diwali celebrations involves high risks. Therefore bring the celebrations at home while making it extraordinary. Avoid outside food and cook favorite meals of your choice for your loved ones. As the number of coronavirus cases is increasing, it is necessary to abstain from outside food. Outside food might create stomach infections and affect immunity levels. Having home-cooked food is the most suitable option during such a pandemic situation, which adds a traditional feel to your celebrations. 

Limit outdoor events: Larger the gathering, the higher the risk of infection spread. The Government and Healthcare officials have issued standard operating procedures to plan exhibitions and events with restrictions. Events like Durga puja pandals, Ramlila pandals, Diwali Mela, etc. have to follow precautions with a cap on the number of people. Thus, it is better to plan your indoor celebration with a limited number of guests. 

Keep up mandatory precautions: People from across the country have suffered from Covid-19 infection. Though they got recovered, it does not mean they can’t fall sick again.  While planning a social gathering for a festive celebration, it is important to be vigilant and take mandatory precautions..

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