In a new set of guidelines, detailing the fourth phase of unlocking following the Coronavirus pandemic, the Government of India has lifted restrictions it had imposed on the resumption of sporting activities, including football.
More importantly, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) circular also specifies that spectators will be allowed to attend sporting activities, albeit with restrictions.
Earlier, after several months of lockdown due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the government had allowed stadiums to be opened for training without the involvement of spectators.
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Necessary 'Standard Operating Procedures' (SOP) is expected to be issued for the same by the Ministry of Home Affairs.