Next 3-4 weeks critical to determine impact of steps taken till now to curb spread of virus: PM

NEW DELHI:Next 3-4 weeks critical to determine impact of steps taken till now to curb spread of the virus said PM tells chief ministers on COVID-19 fight.

PM suggests specific measures for agriculture and allied sector including modification of agri market laws to facilitate sale of farm produce.

PM condemns attacks on health professionals and incidents of misbehaviour with students from North-East and Kashmir.

PM assures India has adequate supplies of essential medicines; gives a stern message against black marketing and hoarding said Govt statement.

On exit plan from lockdown, PM Modi said there seems to be a consensus amongst states on extension of by another two weeks said Statement.

PM observed combined effort of Centre and states has helped reduce impact of COVID-19 but constant vigilance paramount said Statement. (agencies)