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NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with chief ministers via video conference Monday morning on the road to fighting the new coronavirus, amid signs that discussions could also focus on a gradual exit of the block in progress.
This will be the third video conference of the prime minister with the chief ministers after the spread of COVID-19 in the country.
Read our coronavirus blog live for the latest news and updates.
Government sources indicated that, in addition to discussing the way forward to face the pandemic, the discussion could also focus on a “gradual” exit from the blockade that is in force until May 3.
The Center and state governments have been providing gradual relaxation in various fields and sectors to boost economic activities and also to provide relief to people. But some states are willing to extend the blockade beyond May 3 to ensure that coronavirus cases remain under control.
In his monthly ‘Mann ki Baat’ radio address on Sunday, the prime minister said the country is in the midst of a ‘yudh’ (war) and stated that people must remain careful and take precautions.
Your cautionary note comes in the context of Union government and sets relaxing lockdown rules to revive economic activities.
“I urge you not to be overconfident. In your excessive enthusiasm, do not think that if the coronavirus has not yet reached your city, town, street, or office, it will not reach it now. Never make such a mistake. says a lot about it, “he said.
Modi referred to a popular Hindi language ‘Sawdhani hati, durghatna ghati’ (the accident occurs when caution is reduced) to state his point.
The Center has now allowed neighboring, autonomous stores, including those located in residential complexes, in urban areas to open during closure. But those in the markets remain closed until May 3.
In rural areas, all stores except those in shopping malls can open.
In an order Friday night, the Interior Ministry also said that shopping centers are still closed but that markets in rural areas may open.
However, the opening of stores located in the COVID-19 hotspot and containment areas, the sale of non-essential items by e-commerce platforms, and the sale of liquor remain prohibited.
In the last interaction on April 11, several chief ministers recommended the extension of the 21-day closure for two weeks, which was due to end on April 14 earlier.
On April 14, the Prime Minister announced that the blockade will last until May 3.
Before the closure was announced on March 24, the prime minister had interacted with chief ministers on March 20 to discuss ways and means to control the spread of the new coronavirus.
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This will be the third video conference of the prime minister with the chief ministers after the spread of COVID-19 in the country.
Read our coronavirus blog live for the latest news and updates.
Government sources indicated that, in addition to discussing the way forward to face the pandemic, the discussion could also focus on a “gradual” exit from the blockade that is in force until May 3.
The Center and state governments have been providing gradual relaxation in various fields and sectors to boost economic activities and also to provide relief to people. But some states are willing to extend the blockade beyond May 3 to ensure that coronavirus cases remain under control.
In his monthly ‘Mann ki Baat’ radio address on Sunday, the prime minister said the country is in the midst of a ‘yudh’ (war) and stated that people must remain careful and take precautions.
Your cautionary note comes in the context of Union government and sets relaxing lockdown rules to revive economic activities.
“I urge you not to be overconfident. In your excessive enthusiasm, do not think that if the coronavirus has not yet reached your city, town, street, or office, it will not reach it now. Never make such a mistake. says a lot about it, “he said.
Modi referred to a popular Hindi language ‘Sawdhani hati, durghatna ghati’ (the accident occurs when caution is reduced) to state his point.
The Center has now allowed neighboring, autonomous stores, including those located in residential complexes, in urban areas to open during closure. But those in the markets remain closed until May 3.
In rural areas, all stores except those in shopping malls can open.
In an order Friday night, the Interior Ministry also said that shopping centers are still closed but that markets in rural areas may open.
However, the opening of stores located in the COVID-19 hotspot and containment areas, the sale of non-essential items by e-commerce platforms, and the sale of liquor remain prohibited.
In the last interaction on April 11, several chief ministers recommended the extension of the 21-day closure for two weeks, which was due to end on April 14 earlier.
On April 14, the Prime Minister announced that the blockade will last until May 3.
Before the closure was announced on March 24, the prime minister had interacted with chief ministers on March 20 to discuss ways and means to control the spread of the new coronavirus.
