PM Modi calls for 'Janata curfew' on March 22 to combat coronavirus
PM Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the nation over the issues relating to coronavirus (COVID 19) and the efforts to combat it. PM Modi said that this crisis has engulfed the entire human race. "For the past two months, we have been watching with concern the news about coronavirus spreading across the world," he added.
PM Modi said that "Till now science has not been able to find a proper remedy for coronavirus and no vaccine has been developed yet. In such a situation, it is natural to worry." He added that "It is very important for every Indian to remain aware and alert."
The PM said that for a developing country like India, which is a large population country, the growing challenge of Coronavirus is not a normal situation. The Government of India is keeping a close watch on the track record of the spread of Corovnavirus, he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that "Resolution and restraint is very important in combat against this global epidemic. As citizens, people need to strengthen their resolve to follow the advisories issues by state and central governments to fight coronavirus."
The Prime Minister added: "Restrain is compulsory to protect ourselves and remain healthy. I request that for the coming weeks people should go out of their homes only if essential." "On 22nd March, from 7 am to 9pm, all countrymen have to follow 'Janta Curfew'," PM Modi said.
PM Modi requested people above the age of 60 to not venture out of their homes for the next few weeks. "If possible, please call at least 10 people every day and tell them about the 'Janta Curfew' as well as the measures to prevent coronavirus," PM Modi asked countrymen.
Furthermore, PM Modi said that "I request the countrymen to avoid visiting hospitals for routine check ups. If you have appointment for any non-essential surgery, please postpone for one month. We should keep in mind that pressure should not come on hospitals." "I appeal to all not to go into panic buying to store essential commodities. Steps being taken to ensure that there is no scarcity of essential commodities," he added.
-PTC News
