The ever-increasing COVID-19 cases in the city certainly does not appear to be a deterrent for hundreds of people who still flock the city beaches every evening between 5 pm and 7 pm, throwing all social distancing norms to the wind.

Bimal Bodaji, who resides right on the beachfront said that the morning slot between 5 am and 9 am, normally sees fitness enthusiasts like joggers and morning walkers. But the evening slot is open to the public and turns in to a carnival of sorts every day and more so, over the weekend.