Mangaluru, Aug 13, 2021: Nagara Panchami is being celebrated today in a simple way across the district amid the Covid pandemic. Devotees are seen offering their prayers outside the gates of the famous shrines including Kudupu Shree Anantha Padmanabha Temple by offering tender coconuts, flowers etc. In private Nagabanas the celebrations are also held by strictly adhering to Covid protocols.
The district administration has already stated that large gatherings will not be allowed during the festivals in the wake of the rising Covid-19 cases in the district.