China: Indian Embassy Limits Mass Gathering For R-Day Flag Hoisting

Due to the rising COVID-19 cases, the Indian Embassy in Beijing has limited the number of people attending the flag hoisting ceremony for Republic Day. While many Indian expatriates attend the flag hoisting ceremony previously, this year celebration will only allow the embassy staff to participate as the Chinese government has prohibited mass gatherings. Reportedly, 11 Chinese regions are facing lockdown restrictions after the resurgence of COVID-19 cases surfaced.