Places of worship reopen on weekends
The Hindu
Safety protocols are ensured, says HR & CE official
TIRUCHI
Devotees visited various temples in Tiruchi district and offered prayers on Friday after the State government relaxed the restrictions and announced reopening of places of worship for the public on week-ends across the State.
Although the places of worship were opened for devotees from Monday to Thursday, they were shut for the public on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in anticipation of large congregation and with a view to curbing the spread of COVID-19.

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