New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reiterated that social distancing is the most effective way of fighting against COVID-19 while wearing masks help control the spread of virus.
In this monthly “Mann ki Baat” radio programme, PM Modi said, “We can safeguard our health by observing, “Do Gaj ki Doori, Mask Zaroori”, following social distancing norms and ensuring to wear masks will help us defeat coronavirus. I urge you to follow these guidelines and I pray for your good health. Stay healthy and stay happy.”
Earlier on June 26, Prime Minister Modi said that till the time a vaccine is not developed for COVID-19, all have to maintain ‘do gaj ki doori’ (two yards distance) and wear face masks.
India’s COVID-19 case tally crossed 35-lakh mark with a spike of 78,761 new cases and 948 deaths in the last 24 hours, said the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Sunday.
‘Team up for Toys’: PM Modi’s mantra for Atmanirbhar Bharat
PM Modi also talked about making ‘toys for the world’ and highlighted the ability of India to become a ‘toy hub’.
“There has been a rich tradition of local toys in our country. There are many talented and skilled artisans who possess expertise in making good toys. Toys are very important for the development of children. Even Rabindranath Tagore has spoken about the importance of toys. India has the talent and the ability to become a toy hub by making toys for the entire world,” the Prime Minister said.
“You will be surprised to know that the global toy industry is over Rs 7 lakh crores. However, India’s share in the global industry is very small. It is not right for us to have such a small share, we have to work towards improving this. I urge our start-ups to ‘Team up for Toys’, this also matches our call for Vocal for Local,” he said.
