'No one above the law': PM Modi on negligence in social behaviour

As the country enters the unlock phase following the initial lockdown, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a speech to the whole nation to take stock of the current situation.

PM Modi initiated the speech by highlighting the status of India's challenge against the Covid19. "In comparison to other countries across the globe, India is still in a very stable situation, in the battle against Covid19. Timely decisions and measures have played a great role".

The main issue of the PM speech is the extension of the PM Gareeb Kalyan Anna Yojana till the end of November, which will cost over "Rs 90 thousand crore". "Today, if the government is able to provide free food grains to the poor & the needy, the credit goes to two sections. First, the hardworking farmers of our country and second, the honest taxpayers. I thank you from my heart", said PM Modi. He further stated that "under PM Garib Kalyan Yojana, we announced a package of Rs. 1.75 lakh crore. In the last 3 months, Rs. 31,000 crore deposited in bank accounts of 20 crore poor families. Also, Rs. 18000 crore deposited in bank accounts of more than 9 crore farmers".

On the issue of the changing season, PM Modi warned people to prevent themselves from falling sick. "We are entering #UNLOCK2 and the season of cough, fever and cold is also about to start. In such a situation, I urge countrymen to take care of themselves", said PM Modi.

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He raised the issue of norms being followed to continue the fight against the corona. "During lockdown, rules were strictly abided by. Now, govts, local administration and citizens again have to show similar caution. We need to have a special focus on containment zones. If you see someone flouting norms, tell them to not do so"

PM Modi raised the issue of violation of norms. "Ever since #Unlock1 started in the country, negligence in personal and social behaviour has been increasing. Earlier, we were more cautious about the use of masks, 'do gaj doori' and washing hands several times a day for 20 seconds".

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