PM Narendra Modi has announced extension of the complete lockdown of the country till May 3. PM Modi is addressing the nation after much anticipation for days as the nationwide lockdown imposed for 21 days comes to an end today. Several state governments have already announced lockdown extension in their states, the Centre made an announcement today and PM modi said the lockdown has been extended till may 3 .
The extension of lockdown to May 3rd rather than April 30 (as recommended by states) 1st May is a public holiday, 2nd May is a Saturday and 3rd May is a Sunday .
“ Till 20th April, all districts, localities, states will be closely monitored, as to how strictly they are implementing norms. States which will not let hotspots increase, they could be allowed to let some important activities resume, but with certain conditions ”
The death toll due to coronavirus infection in the country rose to 339 while the number of cases soared to 10,363.PM also said that India gained from timely measures of social distancing and lockdown and is in a much stable position in comparison to several powerful countries of the world .
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