Delhi’s Gurudwara Bangla Sahib closed for visitors over COVID-19 norms violation

The Chanakyapuri SDM directed the management of Bangla Sahib Gurudwara to be closed for visitors with immediate effect.

New Delhi: The Chanakyapuri sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) has ordered the closure of Delhi’s famous Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in view of alleged violation of COVID-19 norms, PTI reported. 

The order, issued on September 16, states that the report filed by executive magistrate (Chanakyapuri) found that the management of Bangla Sahib Gurudwara “allowed visitors/prayers inside the Gurudwara" in violation of  Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) guidelines. 

The order further directed the management of Bangla Sahib Gurudwara to be closed for visitors with immediate effect.