KCR urges Lockdown Extension

Chief Minister of Telangana K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) on Monday evening addressed the State on the COVID-19 situation in the state and the measures taken. He said that the entire nation had an equal part to play in restricting the spread of COVID-19. This prevention was possible mainly because of the timely lockdown that is being enforced and the people who has been practising social distancing, and other measures like self discipline, maintaining hygiene and restraint. KCR said that while advanced nations like the US are still struggling to deal with coronavirus, India with a despite high population and minimum health infrastructure, did a great job in fighting the virus.

In this context, CM KCR made a strong case for the extension of lockdown further. He cited the reports of the Boston Consulting Group survey, which said that India’s lockdown should be extended till June. Expressing fears of things going quickly out of control if the restrictions are lifted any sooner, he said he appealed to the Prime Minister Modi to further extend the lockdown.