Covid-19 in Delhi: Night curfew hampers wedding season

New Delhi [India] - A band company owner said, “In last 2 days, I’ve received 4 calls for rescheduling or cancellation.”

The night curfew imposed in the national capital amid the resurgence of Covid-19 has adversely affected the businesses of several wedding halls.

Many couples have minimized the “grandeur wedding jingles” and thereby opted for rescheduling of events and a reduction in the number of attendees at the wedding events.

Speaking to ANI, DS Rana, a bride’s father who booked a banquet hall in Mayur Vihar said, “We have rescheduled reception for our daughter’s marriage and reduced the number of guests to minimise the danger posed by the pandemic.”

“We hope that the ceremonial events takes place as per our plan,” Rana said.

Hari Tent House owner in Mayur Vihar, Ganesh Manali told ANI, “Night curfew has affected our business. Due to restrictions on movement, we’re facing issues in setting up venues.”

A band company owner said, “In last 2 days, I’ve received 4 calls for rescheduling or cancellation.”

Yogesh Garg, the owner of Rishabh Vatika Banquet Hall, said, “Due to the night curfew in place, we have decided to organize functions between 3 pm and 8:30 pm so that guests can timely leave for their homes. Around 25% of orders have been cancelled after the curfew was announced.”