Karnataka: Violating lockdown, devotees flock to mutt in hundreds
After mosques were found violating lockdown rules by offering prayers in groups, now a mutt in North Karnataka has apparently taken out a jatha (parade) in which hundreds participated. No mask and no physical distance make this a clear case of lockdown violation.
Hundreds of devotees of Fakhireshwar thronged to witness a jatha (parade) organised by Shirahatti' Fakhireshwar Mutt.
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Mutt members who organised the jatha failed to ensure the implementation of lockdown rules like physical distance and allowing people only with masks at any gathering.
A video of them flouting lockdown rules has gone viral on social media.
Earlier few mosques were found violating lockdown norms by gathering in dozens and offering namaz (prayer).
