Cuttack : District administration of Cuttack has reportedly given permission to Puja Committees in the Silver City to celebrate Durga Puja without devotees.
District Collector Bhabani Shankar Chayani said goddess Durga can be worshipped at different pandals without devotees just like deities are worshipped in temples. However, permission will not be granted for community celebration of the festival in view of Covid-19 pandemic.