Water festival cancelled during Lao New Year in Luang Prabang

People enjoying themselves during the water festival on Lao New Year Day in previous occasions. - Laotian Times

VIENTIANE, March 26: Luang Prabang has issued guidelines for safely celebrating Lao New Year in the province this year, with water play prohibited, reprots Laotian Times

The notice, issued by Luang Prabang Provincial Governor’s Office, encourages small celebrations at home or with family, while large group celebrations will be prohibited without authorization from the provincial Covid taskforce.