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Kharghar Mountains & Clouds at Play
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Kharghar Mountains & Clouds at Play

by Staff Reporter June 22, 2020
written by Staff Reporter

The hills and mountains at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, like the one in picture, near Owe Village, are a magnificent sight, especially during the monsoons, when the clouds dance over them. The sight is divine in every manner.

So, if it is the monsoons, simply head to the place, find a place to sit and watch nature play it’s games!

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Gulabo Sitabo: Two Cats and a Monkey Fable, Extended!
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Gulabo Sitabo: Two Cats and a Monkey Fable, Extended!

by VickyTM June 21, 2020
written by VickyTM

Gulabo Sitabo is more of a grownups’ version of an age-old moral story which tells about the vices of two people fighting, leading to another’s gains

Gulabo Sitabo: Two Cats and a Monkey Fable, Extended!
Gulabo Sitabo is out on Amazon Prime Video with Amitabh Bachachan and Ayushmann Khurrana in lead roles.
  • Movie Name: Gulabo Sitabo
  • Written by Juhi Chaturvedi, Director by Shoojit Sircar and Produced by Ronnie Lahiri & Sheel Kumar
  • Cast of Gulabo Sitabo: Amitabh Bachhan, Aysushmann Khurrana, Vijay Raaz, Brijendra Kala, Farrukh Jafar and Srishti Shrivastava
  • Date of Release/Streaming: 12th June, 2020
  • Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video

For Full Cast and Crew click here Imdb

Gulabo Sitabo short Plot Summary / Film Synopsis

A landlord, Mirza (Amitabh Bachchan) and his tenant, Baankey Rastogi (Ayushmann Khurrana), are always squabbling for one thing or another in their old and dilapidated house, Fatima Mahal, owned by Mirza’s old and sickly wife, Fatima Begum (Farrukh Jafar), which also houses other tenants. Their daily squabbles grow into an unsolved and ever worsening conflict where Mirza desperately seeks to evict Baankey, whose family has been living in the house since generations, and who doesn’t pay the already paltry amount of monthly rent on time. 

One fateful event leads to heightened enmity between the two and their quest to defeat one another draws in the attention of some opportunists Gyanesh Shukla (Vijay Raaz), from the archaeological department, who plans to get the property sealed for being an archeological site, and Christopher Clarke (Brijendra Kala), an advocate, who wishes to encash the commercial value of the plot on which the property stands.

What follows next is a display of ego, anger, greed and indifference that blinds the two main characters of the movie, Mirza and Baankey, who are caught unawares when the surprising and unexpected climax unfolds.

What’s different about the movie Gulabo Sitabo

The first and maybe the only thing that comes to our mind when we think about Gulabo Sitabo is the age old story of ‘Two Cats and a Monkey’, that forms the basis of the plot in a Lucknowi or Lakhnavi style (aaaaaa…. how do we even spell it?).

So, you can say that the story tends to remind you of your moral story book from kindergarten and lingers in your mind for some time. And if by any chance you have ever found yourself in a similar position at some point of time in your life, then it will etches in deep.

The writer, Juhi Chaturvedi, did some good job, if not extraordinary.

The second different thing would be the makeup of Amitabh Bachhan which is flawlessly done by the makeup team, Lars Carlsson – special makeup consultant and Pia Cornelius – prosthetics make up designer. The makeup made it worth the watch aesthetically, and you would know what we mean if you counted the number of Indian movies where the make-up was one of the selling points (was Chappak one of it? Haven’t watched it yet – don’t like to watch sob stories (cloaked as inspiring movies) based on real life incidents just for vested commercial interests. Will have to watch it though for the sake of reviewing it).  

The third different thing would be the aesthetic beauty of Fatima Mahal that stands as a majestic reminder of it’s former glory.

Yes, so that wraps it up!

Best acting in Gulabo Sitabo

Farrukh Jafar has done justice to her role as Fatima Begum – she is the only character that resonates with Lucknow in the way she talks and behaves.

Best Dialogue/s in Gulabo Sitabo

There are no memorable dialogues in Glabo Sitabo but some may still pass as good ones, like when Fatima Begun sarcastically remarks “Arrey bulb na chori hui, nigodi jayjad chori ho gayi” (you are yelling as if it was not a bulb but your entire property) when Baankey’s light bulb gets stolen and he creates a scene.

Another dialogue would be one by Mirza that follows Fatima’s remark, where he says “Inki jayjad wali surat kahan” (he doesn’t have the looks of someone who can ever have a property).

Best Scene/s in Gulabo Sitabo

The climax scene can be considered as the best scene or rather the suspense revealing scene of Gulabo Sitabo. We won’t give spoilers in case you haven’t watched it yet as we believe that may be the only scene that most of you would like (unless of course you simply like watching Ayaushmann blabber).

There is one scene where Mirza asks a pani puri vendor to calculate the amount of money that his tenants owe him and when the vendor tells him the amount, he literally falls down to the ground in shock.

One scene in the starting of the movie, when Mirza is shown stealing a bulb, looked funny as it tried establishing his character, as he tries getting revenge on his unruly tenant.

Any adult scenes / suggestive language in Gulabo Sitabo

Well, there is one scene when Guddo, the eldest among Baankey’s sisters appears from behind a water tank in an isolated corner on the terrace of their house after making out with one of her boyfriends (she even explicitly mentions that guy to be the third one in her list of sexual partners). Some suggestive, yet not so vulgar words follow, explaining what was being done. She is even shown tying her pyjami or salwar during the conversation that follows.

There is another scene in the movie when the youngest of their sisters tells Baankey that he could take his girlfriend behind the water tank for a ride (ghumane – that’s what she says in Hindi) because that’s where her elder sister takes her boyfriend too.

In yet another scene, Guddo and Gyanesh are shown together as they are about to make out only to reveal that he gets a guilt kick and decides not to do so. In the same scene Guddo suggests that they can at least kiss but they end up not kissing each other too.

So you would want to skip these parts if watching with your kids.

Any expletives, bad language (foul mouthed actors), graphic content in Gulabo Sitabo

Gulabo Sitabo has a no amount of foul language or expletives in the script. The only thing that would come close to being offensive for some is the tone and language of Baankey who is the opposite of how people in Lucknow normally speak (that was one technical disappointment in the movie as reviewed by many). The way he addresses people in everyday life is not the kind of approach you would like in a person.      

Should you watch Gulabo Sitabo?

Well, firstly, Gulabo Sitabo is not a bad movie at all, and as a matter of fact, it is indeed a freshly written story and so must be watched at all costs. Secondly, it tends to entertain in a subtle manner. It means that Gulabo Sitabo will entertain people in different ways. So it is more like a person to person thing and movie watchers will find something to praise or cheer for in the movie. So many will like it for the plot which is fresh like we said, somebody will like Amitabh’s makeup, Ayushman’s diehard fans will like it for him and Vijay Raaz’s and Brijendra Kala’s fans will watch it for them and will be pleased by the fact that they proved to be the pillar characters for the movie. 

Gulabo Sitabo: Some questions

1) Why were none of the actors nothing like the people of Lucknow in the way they talked, behaved or carried themselves around in their daily lives?

2) Why does Ayushman Khurana have to carry the Delhi lingo everywhere he goes(if you know what we mean)?

Gulabo Sitabo one line review: What you can take home:

Well, if nothing else then you will go home with a brief exposure to the many harms of greed, anger and ego – somebody else always benefits from such vices!

Where to watch Gulabo Sitabo online:

Gulabo Sitabo is an Amazon Prime Video presentation and so that’s where you got to see it.

Stop Piracy, Watch Movies in Theatres and on Genuine Streaming Platforms – Unless, the movie looks like a complete waste of your money and time!

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The curve of infra: Kharghar Metro
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The curve of infra: Kharghar Metro

by Staff Reporter June 14, 2020
written by Staff Reporter

Caught glimpse of this alluring curve of Kharghar metro station tracks at the Ramsheth Thakur Public School junction on a cloudy day. There are many such curves in not just Kharghar buy also on the entire Navi Mumbai metro line.

Need to say, infrastructure has it’s own alluring curves too!

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Maharashtra likely to open schools in July, primary students to wait till September
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Maharashtra likely to open schools in July, primary students to wait till September

by Staff Reporter June 13, 2020
written by Staff Reporter

The Maharashtra state government will be issuing a standard operation (SOP) procedure for reopening of schools in the state soon

Maharashtra likely to open schools in July, primary students to wait till September

Navi Mumbai / Maharashtra: Even as India grapples with the ever increasing cases of Coronavirus cases, the central government is considering the reopening of schools soon to get a grip on the formal education of students in the country. However, the government of Maharashtra, one of the worst hit states in the country, has been wary of taking any miscalculated steps and has been taking all necessary precautions until now. Reopening of schools too is one of the pressing issues as the state government has to ensure the safety of millions of school and college students as well.

Currently, when India is in an unlock mode, with many relaxations already been given, reopening of schools and colleges is being seriously considered with the HRD ministry having assigned the NCERT and UGC to draft guidelines for schools and colleges some time back.

Also read: Reopening schools and colleges in India: NCERT and UGC drafting guidelines

The Maharashtra Education Department is now considering the reopening of schools from the month of July in a phased and well planned manner and guidelines are currently being worked upon. The guidelines or SOPs, when drafted, will be presented before the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Uddhav Thackeray, for final approval.

Key points in guidelines/SOPS for reopening schools in Maharashtra

The following key points might form the basis of the action plan and set of guidelines to be followed to reopen schools in Maharashtra:

  • Schools to reopen in areas with no new coronavirus cases in a month’s time
  • Schools to reopen in a phased manner
  • Classes IX to XII might resume from July
  • Classes VI to VIII might resume from the month of August
  • Classes I to V might resume from the month of September
  • State might direct schools to discontinue online classes for pre-primary to Class II
  • Time duration of online classes to be clipped to one hour for class V, two hours for classes VI to VIII and three hours for classes IX to XII

Also read: Will it be safe to open schools in India amid growing coronavirus cases?

Be it noted here, that schools around the country had been conducting online classes since more than a month. However, there has not been a strict guideline regarding online teaching. As a result of which, many parents have been irked by long and tiring teaching sessions stretched for hours, and over demanding schools that have been forcing their own rules on both students and parents.

Owing to such an uproar on social media by over-burdened parents, several state governments, including Maharashtra’s has been urged to set feasible and progressive online teaching guidelines that don’t burden students as well their parents.

Apparently, the Education Department is said to have been working on a strategy to increase student engagement and impart value education in the prevailing circumstances.

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SOPs for reopening of gardens: No sitting on benches, chatting or exercising in groups
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SOPs for reopening of gardens: No sitting on benches, chatting or exercising in groups

by Staff Reporter June 9, 2020
written by Staff Reporter
The government has set guidelines for visiting gardens and other public places for recreational activities like walking and exercising
SOPs for reopening of gardens: No sitting on benches, chatting or exercising in groups

The centre has issued guidelines to be followed by for all states when allowing citizens to visit gardens, parks, playgrounds, beaches, promenades and other open public spaces as the country begins unlocking the Coronavirus lockdown. While the guidelines are just about the same, let’s have a look at the various points to be considered when visiting public place for recreational activities and exercise.

SOPs/Guidelines for reopening of gardens, parks, playgrounds, beaches and promenades   

  • All parks will be open from 5am to 7pm
  • All visitors to gardens should take individual responsibility
  • Visitors will be allowed to exercise, walk, jog or indulge in other activities on an individual basis
  • Exercising, walking or jogging in groups will not be allowed
  • Visitors will be prohibited from sitting on benches and other sitting arrangements
  • Visitors will be required to wear masks/face covers at all times inside the gardens
  • Gatherings, congregations or classes will not be allowed inside the gardens
  • Children, if in the allowed age group (above 10), should be accompanied with elders at all times
  • Play equipment, grills etc. should not be touched by children or elders
  • Decorative items, idols etc. too should not be touched by anyone
  • Exercise equipment, if any, should not be touched by health enthusiasts
  • Chewing to pan or other tobacco products and spitting is prohibited
  • Smoking of cigarettes or even e-cigarettes is prohibited
  • The administration will act strictly and take penalizing action against people who are found to be ignoring the guidelines.

Also read: SOPs for reopening of restaurants from 8th June in India

Also read: Maharashtra’s ‘Mission Begin Again’: What’s allowed and what’s not

Also Read: Lockdown 5.0 or Rather Unlock 1.0: India decides to unlock with an economic focus

Also Read: Will it be safe to open schools in India amid growing coronavirus cases?

Also Read: Reopening schools and colleges in India: NCERT and UGC drafting guidelines

Also read: SOPs for reopening of Temples, Masjids, Churches and other Places of Worship

Also read: SOPs for reopening of Malls in India from 8th June

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Frequent power cuts in Navi Mumbai causing internet issues among others
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Frequent power cuts in Navi Mumbai causing internet issues among others

by Staff Reporter June 8, 2020
written by Staff Reporter

Navi Mumbai: Erratic power supply has been causing issues in the daily lives of many residents living in the Panvel, Kamothe, Taloja, Uran, Ghansoli, Koparkhairane, Airoli and Digha. Residents complain that it has been going on since the last five days on a regular basis.

The power outages have led to many issues like water supply and long internet downtimes.

Many people working from home have been having a hard time to complete daily office work on time owing to interrupted internet service in all the nodes facing the power cuts.

However, the MSEDCL has informed that they are trying their best to restore their system that took a beating at the hands of the cyclone, with several poles being uprooted and wires ripped at many places around the said nodes.

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SOPs for reopening of Malls in India from 8th June
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SOPs for reopening of Malls in India from 8th June

by Staff Reporter June 7, 2020
written by Staff Reporter
The Indian government has issued some strict guidelines for reopening of mall across all India states from

All mall managements across India prepare to reopen their doors after more than 2 months of coronavirus lockdown, the Home Ministry has given strict directives to all to follow the guidelines. On 8th June, 2020, malls across all major cities in the country will reopen after a brief period of closure but with a new standard operation procedures (SOPs) in place.

However, Maharashtra is not fully participating in Unlock 1.0 for being the most affected states in India, barring malls and market complexes among several other places, from reopening.

The guidelines will come into effect from Monday, 8th June, 2020 and all establishments will have to strictly abide by them.

The SOPs/guidelines for reopening of shopping malls:

  • Thermal scanners and hand sanitisers to be placed at entrances of malls
  • Customers/visitors not showing any symptoms (asymptomatic) should be allowed
  • No entry to workers/customers/visitors without face cover/masks
  • Face covers/masks to be worn at all times inside malls
  • Prominent display of Covid-19 preventive measures through posters/standees/AV media
  • Staggered entry to visitors whenever possible.
  • Adequate manpower to ensure social distancing norms
  • High risk employees i.e. old people, pregnant women, sick people should take extra precautions and not be exposed to front-line work putting them in direct contact with the public. Mall management to facilitate work from home if feasible
  • Crowds to be properly managed in parking lots and outside the premises and social distancing norms should be followed at all times
  • Staff handling valet parking, wherever available, should wear face covers/ masks and gloves. The steering, door handles, keys, etc. of all vehicles should properly disinfected
  • All shops, stalls, cafeteria etc., inside the mall or outside should follow social distancing norms without fail
  • Queues should have specific markings to maintain social distancing throughout the premises
  • If possible, there should be separate entries and exits for visitors, workers and goods/supplies
  • Home delivery staff should be screened thermally by the shopping mall authorities prior to sending them for delivering products/food
  • All supplies, inventories and goods in the shopping mall should be handled with the required precaution and proper queue management and disinfection should be carried out
  • A minimum distance of 6 feet should be maintained for entry queues and inside the shopping mall as much as possible
  • The least possible numbers of customers should be allowed inside shops to maintain physical distancing norms
  • Seating arrangements wherever available, should be made as per social distancing norms
  • The least possible number of people to be allowed into the elevators while maintaining social distancing norms at all times
  • Escalators to be used with people standing on alternate steps
  • The air-conditioning/ventilation should be as per the guidelines of CPWD that directs that the temperature setting of all air conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30 degree Celcius and the relative humidity should be in between 40% and 70%. There should be proper ventilation and the intake of fresh air should be as much as possible
  • All larger gatherings and congregations shall remain prohibited
  • The premises should be frequently and effectively sanitized especially lavatories, drinking and hand washing stations/areas
  • All frequently touched surfaces like door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc. in common areas, inside shops, elevators, escalators etc. should be cleaning and disinfected regularly using 1% sodium hypochlorite
  • Face covers / masks / gloves left over by visitors and/or employees should be disposed properly
  • All washrooms should be cleaned properly at regular intervals

SOPs/Guidelines for food-courts in malls:

  • Crowds and queues to be managed adequately maintaining proper social distancing norms
  • Only a maximum of 50% capacity to be filled in
  • The staff / waiters at all food courts should wear masks and hand gloves while also taking other required precautionary measures
  • All seating arrangements should be made as per social distancing norms, keeping adequate distance between patrons
  • As much as possible, contactless mode of ordering and digital mode of payment (e-wallets) should be encouraged
  • All tables should be sanitised once a customer leaves
  • The kitchen staff should maintain proper hygiene and follow all social distancing norms
  • All gaming arcades to remain closed
  • All children play areas to remain closed
  • All cinema halls inside shopping malls will remain closed

In case a suspected or confirmed case is found in the premises:

  • The ill person should be kept in isolation in a separate room or area, away from others
  • The ill person to be provided with a mask/face cover till the doctor arrives for examination
  • The nearest medical facility (hospital/clinic) should be informed immediately the state or district helpline to be called
  • The designated public health authority (district RRT/treating physician) will conduct a proper risk assessment to pave way for further action to be initiated regarding management of the case, all contacts and disinfection plan
  • The premises to be disinfected in case the person is found to be positive

Also read: SOPs for reopening of restaurants from 8th June in India

Also read: Maharashtra’s ‘Mission Begin Again’: What’s allowed and what’s not

Also Read: Lockdown 5.0 or Rather Unlock 1.0: India decides to unlock with an economic focus

Also Read: Will it be safe to open schools in India amid growing coronavirus cases?

Also Read: Reopening schools and colleges in India: NCERT and UGC drafting guidelines

Also read: SOPs for reopening of Temples, Masjids, Churches and other Places of Worship

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SOPs for reopening of restaurants from 8th June in India
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SOPs for reopening of restaurants from 8th June in India

by Staff Reporter June 6, 2020
written by Staff Reporter
The Indian government has set some strict guidelines for reopening of restaurants in all areas except those in contamination
SOPs for reopening of restaurants from 8th June in India
Restaurants and Hotels to reopen in India from 8th June

As the government prepares to reopen restaurants all across India, except in Maharashtra, after a brief period of coronavirus lockdown, the Centre has laid down new rules and guidelines to ensure that the effort doesn’t go down the drain and some level of normalcy returns to the everyday lives and businesses of the country. From, encouraging food takeaways to home deliveries, the Indian government is trying to transform the food business in the best possible manner to suit the coronavirus era.  

The SOPs/guidelines for reopening of restaurants

  • As much as possible restaurants and patrons should opt for food takeaways or hoe delivery of food.
  • In case of food delivery, the person delivering food should avoid handing the food parcel directly to the customer and preferably leave it at the door.
  • A visible display of posters/standees/AV media on preventive measures about COVID-19 should be arranged without fail
  • Mandatory thermal screening and hand sanitising at the entrances of restaurants and food joints
  • All staff, especially food delivery staff should be screened on a regular basis and before sending the out for delivering food
  • Only asymptomatic staff should be allowed to work
  • All restaurant staff should wear masks and hand gloves
  • Restaurants should be adequately staffed to ensure social distancing norms
  • All high risk employees who are either old, pregnant, sick or with underlying medical conditions should not be engaged in front-line work exposing them to direct contact.
  • All supplies, goods and inventories should be handled with precaution and in a sanitised manner.
  • The kitchen staff should follow proper social distancing norms and maintain proper hygiene at all times
  • Kitchen areas to be sanitised at regular intervals.
  • Work from home to be facilitated if and whenever possible
  • Restaurants to allow only 50% of seating capacity
  • Seating arrangement to be made in accordance with social distancing norms
  • No patron with symptoms to be allowed
  • Queues to be formed with proper social distancing markings
  • Patrons should not be allowed without cover/masks and they should keep them on at all times
  • Patrons to be allowed in a staggered manner if possible
  • Patrons waiting for their turn should be seated in a waiting area with proper social distancing measures
  • Disposable menus to be provide as much as possible
  • Paper napkins to be preferred over cloth napkins
  • Buffets to maintain social distancing norms
  • Large gatherings/congregations for functions not allowed
  • Ordering of food to be done through contactless mode and payments through digital modes like e-wallets
  • Every table to be sanitised once a customer leaves the premises
  • Crowds in the parking lots and outside should be managed properly ensuring social distancing norms
  • Staff handling valet parking should wear masks/face covers and gloves
  • The door handles, keys, steering etc. of the vehicles should be proper disinfected
  • If possible, separate entry and exit points should be arranged for staff, patrons and goods/supplies
  • 6 feet distance to be maintained in queues for entry/exit and inside the premises
  • The least possible number of people should be allowed in elevators to maintain social distancing norms.
  • Proper ventilation to be maintained within the premises as per the guidelines of CPWD
  • All air-conditioning devices should be in the range of 24-30 Degree Celsius an the relative humidity between 40% and 70%
  • The premises should be frequently sanitised, especially lavatories, wash basins and drinking water stations/areas
  • Washrooms to be thoroughly cleaned at regular intervals throughout the day
  • Frequently touched surfaces like door knobs, elevator buttons, hand rails, benches, washroom fixtures, etc. to cleaned and disinfected regularly (using 1% sodium hypochlorite)
  • Face masks / covers and gloves left over by patrons and/or staff to be disposed properly
  • No gaming arcades or children play areas to be opened
  • Any person suspected or confirmed to be showing symptoms of infection to be kept in another room in isolation. The nearest hospital or clinic, preferably the state or district helpline should be called to inform about any such person and the person should be made to cover the face with a mask or a face cover till examined by a doctor.
  • The designated public health authority (district RRT/treating physician) will assess the risk and taken further action on managing the case, testing the family and friends of the person
  • The premises to be disinfected in case a suspected case is found to be positive

Also read: Maharashtra’s ‘Mission Begin Again’: What’s allowed and what’s not

Also Read: Lockdown 5.0 or Rather Unlock 1.0: India decides to unlock with an economic focus

Also Read: Will it be safe to open schools in India amid growing coronavirus cases?

Also Read: Reopening schools and colleges in India: NCERT and UGC drafting guidelines

Also read: SOPs for reopening of Temples, Masjids, Churches and other Places of Worship

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SOPs for reopening of Temples, Masjids, Churches and other Places of Worship
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SOPs for reopening of Temples, Masjids, Churches and other Places of Worship

by Staff Reporter June 5, 2020
written by Staff Reporter
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued guidelines for the reopening of places of worship in the country from 8th June.
SOPs for reopening of Temples, Masjids, Churches and other Places of Worship

As places of worship, namely temples, masjds, churches etc. gear up to open to devotees from 8th June after a brief period of lockdown, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare laid down strict guidelines to be followed by all such places.

While announcing the SOPs to be followed the Ministry also informed that places of worship in containment zones will continue to remain closed.

Standard Operation Procedures for Reopening of Places of Worship

  • Places of worship to have separate entry and exit points
  • No senior citizens above 65 years, vulnerable and sick people, pregnant women and children below 10 years to be allowed
  • Mandatory Thermal screening and hand sanitisation for everyone
  • No person with symptoms to be allowed
  • No entry without masks
  • Shoes and Slippers to be kept outside – families to keep footwear in separate slots if possible
  • To allow staggered visits if possible
  • No touching of Idols
  • No touching of holy books
  • Seating arrangements to conform to social distancing
  • Proper air ventilation to be maintained
  • Temperature settings of air-conditioning to be in the range of 24-30 degree Celsius.
  • No large gatherings or congregations to be allowed
  • No choir or singing groups to be allowed – Only recorded devotional songs to be played
  • No physical greeting like touching feet, embracing etc.
  • Separate prayer mat/cloth to be used by every individual
  • No Prasad or any other eatable to be offered or distributed
  • No sprinkling of holy water or throwing of flowers
  • Community kitchens and langars to be allowed only under strict social distancing and sanitized handling of food and utensils
  • Crowd to be properly managed in the parking lots and outside the premises
  • Shops, stalls, canteens etc. should ensure proper social distancing norms, proper markings for queues etc.
  • Proper sanitation to be maintained in the premises, especially the toilets, hand and foot washing areas
  • No spitting to be allowed inside the premises, wash basins etc.
  • Aarogya Setu App to be installed and regularly updated by all visitors

Also read: Maharashtra’s ‘Mission Begin Again’: What’s allowed and what’s not

Also Read: Lockdown 5.0 or Rather Unlock 1.0: India decides to unlock with an economic focus

Also Read: Will it be safe to open schools in India amid growing coronavirus cases?

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CIDCO’s Sanwaad Citizen Portal: RTI, Water Bill Payments, Service Charges etc. on a click

by Staff Reporter June 2, 2020
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CIDCO takes another step towards digitisation by launching a one stop online portal for citizens to avail various services at one go
CIDCO’s Sanwaad Citizen Portal: RTI, Bills Payments, Service Charges etc. on a click
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Navi Mumbai: The City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra (CIDCO), launched an online portal ‘Sanwaad Citizen Portal’ as a step towards fulfilling its ‘digitisation’ dreams. The portal launched on 1st June, 2020, will provide citizens ease of documentation and transactions.

Lokesh Chandra, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, CIDCO, informed that the wonderful online platform that would allow Navi Mumbai citizens to avail all services from the comforts of their homes and with ease.

The inauguration was held online via a video-conference call owing to the Coronavirus lockdown restrictions and was virtually attended by several other department heads of CIDCO.

CIDCO had already digitised most of its services like RTI, online complaints/redressal, online bill payments, service charges among others.

Earlier, citizens had to login separately but through the Sanwaad Citizen Portal, they will now have the benefit of registering once and accessing all online services at one go like tracking application status, online bill payment, etc.

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