HIGHLIGHTS: PM Modi's speech on new measures to tackle coronavirus
New Delhi, Mar 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced 'Janata Curfew', which he says would mean a curfew imposed by the people on themselves in order to contain the spread of the disease.
"This Sunday, March 22, from 7 am to 9 pm, all countrymen have to follow the 'janata curfew'. In this period no one should come out of their homes or in their society or building," says Modi.
Here are the UPDATES on PM Modi's speech on Coronavirus pandemic
Nine points by PM:
Every India should be vigilant. Avoid stepping out of your homes until it is absolutely essential.
Those over the age of 60 should remain inside their homes only.
Dutifully observe Janta Curfew on Sunday, 22nd March 2020 from 7 AM to 9 PM.
At 5 PM on 22nd March 2020, the day of the Janta Curfew, from your homes, express gratitude to those working round the clock to keep India healthy (such as doctors, nurses, paramedics, municipal staff, armed forces, airport staff)
Avoid going to hospitals for routine check-ups. If there are surgeries that can be postponed, kindly do so.
Formation of COVID-19 Economic Response Task Force under the leadership of the Finance Minister to comprehensively look at ways to boost the economy.
Do not cut the wages of those working in your homes, support staff and drivers, gardeners.
Do not indulge in panic buying. India has enough food and ration supplies.
Stay away from rumours.
"Whenever I have asked something of Indians, I have never been disappointed. It is from all your blessings that we are moving towards our set goals. Today, I ask all citizens something. I need the coming few weeks from all. There has been no definite cure made to deal coronavirus, nor is there a vaccine. In such a situation, it is natural to be anxious," says PM Modi
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