Port Blair, Nov. 4: With the rest of the Country, Diwali (Deepawali) the festival of lights is being celebrated in these Islands.  On this occasion crackers will be sold at ITF Ground and Bathubasti vehicle Parking Area from 10th November to 15th November 2020 from 9.00 AM to 8.00 PM. 

About 55 stalls have been allotted to shop keepers who have got licenses for sale of crackers from the Deputy Commissioner, South Andaman District. 

Due to Covid 19 Protocol, social distancing and wearing of mask is compulsory.  No person will be allowed to enter the stalls without wearing mask and sanitization.  No crowd will be allowed and only limited persons will be permitted to enter into the stalls at a time as health is of paramount importance.

Arrangements have also made at ITF Ground and Bathubasti for Fire Extinguishers, Standby Fire Tenders and Power Backup. 24 x 7 CCTV Surveillance will also be installed for effective monitoring by Fire/Police Authority.  All these arrangements have been made as advised by the Administration with the support of Police, Fire Brigade, PBMC, Electricity, APWD & DC Office.

The general public as well as the shop keepers are requested to abide by the rules and regulations as prescribed by the Administration on the subject so as to avoid overcrowding, accident and hazardous situation, said a communication from the Andaman Chamber of Commerce & Industry.