Panaji bans Ganesh Chaturthi processions

Ganesh Chaturthi processions and bursting of firecrackers have been banned in Panaji, as part of the guidelines for the popular, upcoming festival, issued by the city civic body yesterday.

“No fireworks shall be used at the immersion site. No procession shall be allowed while bringing the idols to the immersion points,” the guidelines issued by Panaji Mayor Rohit Monserrate said.

“Ganesh Committees should not use firecrackers so as to avoid pollution. No celebration in any form shall be allowed in containment zones,” the guidelines said adding only two persons and one vehicle are allowed to pick up delivery of idols from stores.