Prime Minister reiterates mantra of ‘Do Gaz Doori’; says masks and face covers to become part of lif

Reiterating the Mantra of ‘Do Gaz Doori’, Prime Minister said that masks and face covers will become part of people's lives in the days ahead. He added that under the circumstances, everyone’s aim must be rapid response. He pointed out that many people are self-declaring whether they have cough and cold or symptoms, and this is a welcome sign.

The Prime Minister said, importance must be given to the economy as well as the fight against COVID -19. He emphasized on the importance of usage of technology as much as possible and also to utilize time to embrace reform measures. He emphasized on the significance of ensuring that more people download the Aarogya Setu app to bolster the efforts of the country in the battle against COVID-19. He said, reforms will have to be brought that touch the lives of common citizens.

He also suggested that people associated with universities can be integrated on devising ways to fight the pandemic and strengthen research as well as innovation. Mr Modi highlighted the importance for states to enforce guidelines strictly in the hotspots. He stated that the efforts of the states should be directed towards converting the Red Zones into orange and thereafter to Green Zones.