Modi hints at further reopening of economy
Delhi health minister Jain tests negative for coronavirus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday hinted that the opening of the economy will continue. However, he cautioned everyone to be mindful of wearing masks and maintaining hygiene and social distancing norms now that offices are reopening.
“We have to always keep in mind that the more we can stop the coronavirus, the more it will stop growing, the more our economy will open up, our offices will open, the markets will open, the means of transport will open, and so will new employment opportunities,” the Prime Minister said in his inaugural statement during the sixth video conference with Chief Ministers and representatives of different states and Union Territories (UTs) to take stock of the Covid-19 situation.
He hailed the role of the Chief Ministers and the Centre-state cooperation during these trying times. “When India’s fight against Covid-19 will be analysed in future, this time will be remembered for how we worked together and served as an example of cooperative federalism,” added Modi.
Meanwhile, Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain yesterday tested negative for coronavirus. He has been admitted to the Rajiv Gandhi Superspecialty Hospital here.
Jain was admitted on Monday night after suffering from high fever and breathing problem and was tested for coronavirus. According to information, he was kept on oxygen after being admitted. However, his condition is better now.
Earlier, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was also tested for coronavirus after fever. His reports too came negative.