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Pakistan government urged to review Christmas guidelines


Pakistan government urged to review Christmas guidelines
Covid-19 restrictions disrupt Yuletide celebrations among Christian community
St. John Vianney Church in Peshawar, capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, is affected by the latest guidelines.  (Photo: UCA News)
Church leaders are urging the Pakistan government to revise coronavirus guidelines for Christmas events regarding the prohibition of carpets in churches. 
The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination on Dec. 16 issued guidelines that prohibited carpets or mats in churches, touching Christmas trees, traditional gift exchange and recommended minimal travel during Christmas holidays.
“With the Covid-19 pandemic in full rage, the safest thing that can be done during this Christmas holiday is to stay home. There should be limited in-person contacts during holiday preparations and celebrations,” it states. ....

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