Prime Minister Narendra Modi is addressing the nation on the coronavirus situation in the country. India has been reporting over two lakh cases for almost a week as states struggle with oxygen shortage to treat infected patients.
PM Modi today held a virtual meeting with the vaccine manufacturers and urged them to continuously scale up their production capacity to inoculate all Indians in the shortest possible time.
On Monday, the Centre opened up vaccinations for all above the age of 18 to fight the deadly virus.
Many states, including Maharashtra and Rajasthan, have imposed strict restrictions on the movement of people and night curfews as cases continue to spiral.
Here are the Highlights from PM Modi's address to the nation:
Country fighting a huge battle: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the country is once again "fighting a huge battle". He said that the 2nd wave has come "like a storm." "I am aware of the hardships you are facing. I extend my condolences to those who have lost a loved one," the Prime Minister said.
Production of medicines increased: PM Narendra Modi said that the pharma sector has increased the production of medicines. More medicines being produced now than in January and February, he said. "Yesterday I spoke to pharma experts yesterday. We are taking the help of every pharma firm... India has a strong Pharma sector that produces medicines very fast. We are increasing beds. Building Covid hopsitals," the Prime Minister said
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