Eat, drink and make merry: Superstitions still dog eclipse

December 26, 2019 15:21

An anti-superstition protest was held in Bengaluru today by a group of intellectuals against the belief of not eating at the time of a solar eclipse. Activist N Murthy who was at Bengaluru's Town Hall said, "Superstitions like not stepping out of the house, not eating or drinking during the eclipse are wrong. Scientists only say don't view it with the naked eye."

People were seen holding placards and beating drums to spread awareness on the issue which they believe is a superstition that must be busted.

All kinds of food was put on display as a mark of protest against the tradition of not eating during the eclipse. The solar eclipse holds religious importance and special prayers are offered on the day.

Image: An empty street in Chennai. People believe it is inauspicious to step outside the house. Pic: A Ganesh Nadar

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