The government told the management committee the decision was taken in view of the apprehension of spread of Cornoavirus, reported by Free Press Journal.

Bihar state religious trusts board on Saturday ordered immediate closure of all temples in the state to arrest the spread of deadly corona virus. Only three priests would be allowed to stay in the temples to perform the religious rituals, according to the instructions issued by the board.

The historic Mahabir temple near Patna Junction that witnesses a huge congregation of devotees every day, remained closed on Saturday following the government order.

The government told the management committee the decision was taken in view of the apprehension of spread of Cornoavirus.

Mahabir Mandir trustee Kishore Kunal said the devotees can have ‘darshan through the internet and the prasad would be delivered to their door steps.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar directed all district magistrates and SPs through video conference, to ensure arrangements in isolation wards in all district hospitals and closure of the business activities.

District Magistrate of Patna K Ravi, on Saturday ordered closure of all restaurants with immediate effect. All eateries and road side stalls have been removed by the administration.

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