India better placed than others: PM on COVID

June 27, 2020 12:02

India is much better placed than many other nations with respect to the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, prime minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. PM Modis comments came during his inaugural address on the occasion marking the 90th birth anniversary celebrations of Rev. Dr Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan.

The world is fighting a strong battle against a global pandemic. Covid-19 is not only a physical sickness that is a threat to the lives of people but also takes away our attention to unhealthy lifestyles, the prime minister said during his virtual address.

The prime minister said that earlier this year, some people had predicted that the impact of the virus in India would be very severe but due to the lockdown, various initiatives taken by the government and a people-driven fight, India is much better placed than many other nations.

Indias recovery rate is rising, he added.

He started his speech by wishing a long life and best health to Rev Dr Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan and described him as someone passionate about the removal of poverty and working for women empowerment.

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