The Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum is set to reopen for public viewing from January 5. The museum has been closed for public viewing due to COVID-19, since March 13.
The Rashtrapti Bhawan in a statement said that visitors will have to book their slots online before planning a trip to the museum as on the spot booking facility has been temporarily suspended. A registration charge of ₹50 per visitor will be levied.
The museum, which showcases artefacts symbolising art, culture, heritage and history, will have four pre-booked time slots in order to maintain social distancing.
The slots are 9.30 a.m.-11 a.m., 11.30 a.m.- 1 p.m., 1.30 p.m.-3 p.m. and 3.30 p.m.-5 p.m. with a maximum limit of 25 visitors per slot. Visitors have to follow COVID-19 protocols, such as wearing of mask, maintaining social distance, instaling Aarogya Setu app. People vulnerable to COVID-19 are discouraged for the tour, museum officials said.
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