The festival of colours which is usualy celebrated with loud music and people gathering, playing with colours and water was celebrated on Monday in quiet manmer in the city.
Due to the rapid surge in Corinavirus cases in many parts of the state, the government and civic authorities had appelaed the citizens to keep the celebration a low-key affair.
Considering the current situation, citizens enjoyed the fastival of colours within family members. Also, roads wore a deserted look and police manned various areas in cities for patrolling and security.