Narendra Modi Speech on Lockdown LIVE Updates: PM Dons Mask in New Twitter DP; Amit Shah Assures of Adequate Stock of Food, Medicines

The 7 Steps to Follow Amid Lockdown | This News18 graphic explains clearly the seven steps that need to be followed amid the coronavirus lockdown in India. 

'Vulnerable Sections Will be Taken Care of' | Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said -- The Prime Minister has duly articulated the concerns about livelihoods of vulnerable sections assuring that they will be taken care of in the best possible way. I fondly hope the governments will formulate and execute necessary measures for the benefit of these sections including farmers and farm workers."

MP CM Chouhan Praises Lockdown Extension | Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan praised the extension of lockdown by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, till May 3 and said MP would follow the lockdown.

प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi ने कोरोना से लड़ाई में पुनः मार्गदर्शन किया है। लॉकडाउन को लेकर प्रदेश में केंद्र की गाइडलाइन का अक्षरशः पालन होगा।

कल विस्तार से गाइडलाइन घोषित होगी।उसी आधार पर हम भी अपनी रणनीति बनाएंगे। 3 मई तक प्रदेश में भी लॉकडाउन रहेगा: @ChouhanShivraj pic.twitter.com/LRL6R6a2XR

— CMO Madhya Pradesh (@CMMadhyaPradesh) April 14, 2020

Vice President Naidu on Lockdown Extension | Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said -- "The Prime Minister's announcement today extending the lockdown reflects the concerns of the people and other stakeholders at this stage of our collective fight against coronavirus. People and all concerned should realise that final exit from lockdown depends on how well we behave during these testing times to contain the behavior and spread of the virus." 

'Unwavering Commitment Against Fight': WHO | "Despite huge and multiple challenges, India has been demonstrating unwavering commitment in its fight against the pandemic. In these testing times, the action lies as much with the communities as with the authorities and the health workforce. It is indeed time for each and every one to contribute their best and together beat the virus," said WHO Regional Director Dr Poonam Khetrapal.

WHO Welcomes India's Lockdown Extension | The World Health Organisation (WHO) welcomes the lockdown extension by India. Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, Regional Director, said -- "World Health Organization commends India’s timely and tough actions to stop Covid-19. It may be early to talk about results in numbers,  but a six-week nationwide lock down to facilitate effective physical distancing, coupled with expansion of core public health measures such as detection, isolation and tracing contact of positive people, would go a long way in arresting the virus spread."

Amit Shah Says Enough Foods, Medicines Amid Lockdown | Home Minister Amit Shah tells state governments -- "Ensure proper lockdown but see to it that no one faces problem. I assure people again there is enough stock of food, medicines and other essential items in country."

देश के गृह मंत्री के नाते मैं जनता को पुनः आश्वस्त करता हूँ कि देश में अन्न, दवाई व अन्य रोजमर्रा की चीज़ों का प्रयाप्त भण्डार है, इसलिए किसी भी नागरिक को परेशान होने की आवश्यकता नहीं है। साथ ही संपन्न लोगों से निवेदन करता हूँ कि आप आगे आकर आसपास रहने वाले गरीबों की सहायता करें।

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) April 14, 2020

Modi Asks People to Respect Virus 'Warriors' | The seventh and last step that Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked people to follow -- "Pay utmost respect to our nation’s coronavirus 'warriors' – our doctors and nurses, sanitation workers and police force."

सातवीं बात-
देश के कोरोना योद्धाओं,
हमारे डॉक्टर- नर्सेस,
सफाई कर्मी-पुलिसकर्मी का पूरा सम्मान करें: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

Sixth Step | As worries of downsizing and unemployment range high amid the prevailing lockdown in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his sixth step to follow -- Be compassionate towards the people who work with you in your business or industry. Do not deprive them of their livelihood.

छठी बात-
आप अपने व्यवसाय, अपने उद्योग में अपने साथ काम करे लोगों के प्रति संवेदना रखें,
किसी को नौकरी से न निकालें: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

'Help Poor Families': 5th Step | An extended lockdown has undoubtedly hurt the most vulnerable sections of society. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his fifth step said -- Take as much care of poor families as you can. Especially try to fulfill their food requirements.

पांचवी बात-
जितना हो सके उतने गरीब परिवार की देखरेख करें,
उनके भोजन की आवश्यकता पूरी करें: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

Arogya Setu App: Fourth Step | Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his fourth step asked people to download the Arogya Setu app -- "Download the Arogya Setu Mobile App to help prevent the spread of corona infection. Inspire others to download the app as well." More on the application later.

चौथी बात-
कोरोना संक्रमण का फैलाव रोकने में मदद करने के लिए आरोग्य सेतु मोबाइल App जरूर डाउनलोड करें।
दूसरों को भी इस App को डाउनलोड करने के लिए प्रेरित करें: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

Boost Your Immunity: 3rd Step | ​Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasised the need for a strong immunity in one's body to fight coronavirus through his third step to follow -- "Follow the instructions issued by AYUSH ministry to enhance your immunity.Regularly consume warm water, ‘kadha’."

तीसरी बात-
अपनी इम्यूनिटी बढ़ाने के लिए, आयुष मंत्रालय द्वारा दिए गए निर्देशों का पालन करें,
गर्म पानी,
काढ़ा,
इनका निरंतर सेवन करें: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

Maintain Social Distancing Till May 3 | Prime Minister's second step entailed -- "Completely adhere to the ‘Lakshman Rekha’ of Lockdown and Social Distancing. Please also use homemade face-coversand masks without fail."

दूसरी बात-
लॉकडाउन और Social Distancing की लक्ष्मण रेखा का पूरी तरह पालन करें ,
घर में बने फेसकवर या मास्क का अनिवार्य रूप से उपयोग करें: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

'Delhi Will Follow Lockdown' | Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said Delhi would follow the lockdown extension till May 3.

Delhi will fully implement PM’s lockdown measures

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) April 14, 2020

'Protecting Senior Citizens': The First Step | Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation today, entailed seven steps to be followed by the public to curb Covid-19's spread. The first among these is protecting those considered most vulnerable to the disease-- senior citizens, especially those with underlying health conditions.

पहली बात-
अपने घर के बुजुर्गों का विशेष ध्यान रखें
- विशेषकर ऐसे व्यक्ति जिन्हें पुरानी बीमारी हो,
उनकी हमें Extra Care करनी है, उन्हें कोरोना से बहुत बचाकर रखना है: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

Karnataka CM Appreciates Lockdown Extension | Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa said -- "I welcome PM's decision to extend the lockdown till May 3. Our govt will implement GOI guidelines which will be announced tomorrow. As PM has said, we have improved our medical infrastructure. I appeal to people of Karnataka to help us to contain this disease."

FICCI Appreciates Modi's Decision | FICCI appreciated the "bold and clear directions of the PM. These guidelines are made based on data, science and a commitment to lives," it said.

.@ficci_india appreciates the bold clear directions of the PM. These guidelines are made based on data, science and a commitment to lives. FICCI is striving in every way to help India win the war against #COVID_19: FICCI President Dr Sangita Reddy. @PMOIndia @drsangitareddy https://t.co/FXNQkPsXBo

— FICCI (@ficci_india) April 14, 2020

Modi Changes Twitter Profile Picture, Dons Mask in New One | Minutes after his address to the nation, Prime Minister Modi has changed the profile picture of his Twitter page. The new picture shows PM with his face covered. This is aimed at increasing awareness on covering faces with homemade solutions to be safe in this time of COVID-19.

'Hamlet Without Prince of Denmark' | Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the nation on extending the coronavirus lockdown till May 3. However, Congress MP raised questions, saying more detailed measures in the address should have been included.

#Pm address wo single specific and wo guidelines is like #Hamlet wo #Prince of #Denmark. Like #PM wo details! We want increased #GDP allocation; specific targeted monetary injections; #Keynesian spending; loosen #FMRB etc. not a single word!

— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) April 14, 2020

'Where is the Livelihood Issue' | After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national address, Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi raised questions, saying that the "livelihood issue" was missing out of the PM's speech.

Amazing #PM address. Exhortation, rhetoric, inspiration.....yet hollow on specifics! No financial package, no details, no concrete item. Neither 4poor nor middle class nor industry nor businesses. #Lockdown is good bt cannot be end in itself! Where is single livelihood issue?

— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) April 14, 2020

Abhishek Singhvi Raises Questions on Lockdown | Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi raised questions of Prime Minister's national address today, in which he announced the extension of coronavirus lockdown till May 3. He said while we will follow the things asked by Modi, concrete palliatives for the deprived classes, middle classes and MSMEs should have been a part of the address.

#PM, pl be assured all stakeholders wl do their duties. V wl strictly observe #LDown; wl wear mask; wl boost immunity; download arogya app; look after poor; not fire employees. After this: shd v pray? We want concrete palliatives 4these deprived classes &even 4middle india &MSMEs

— Abhishek Singhvi (@DrAMSinghvi) April 14, 2020

Shashi Tharoor on Lockdown | Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor supported the announcement of lockdown extension. However, he said that Modi should have announced serious relief measures for those who cannot make ends meet.

I support the announcement by @PMOIndia @narendraModi of #Lockdown extension. Can't discard the gains being made. But he should have also announced serious relief for those who cannot make ends meet. MNREGA payments, JanDhan accounts, GST dues to states,&aid to sweeten the pill.

— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) April 14, 2020

'India Has Led the Way' | In his address to the nation today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India has led the way against coronavirus, with vigilant and timely measures. Our healthcare infrastructure has been progressing to accomodate more treatment. 

Address to the nation. https://t.co/26sVP2br5n

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 14, 2020

Follow Lockdown till May 3 | Tweeting right after his national address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asks people to follow the lockdown till May 3 with utmost vigilance.

पूरी निष्ठा के साथ 3 मई तक लॉकडाउन के नियमों का पालन करें,
जहां हैं,
वहां रहें,
सुरक्षित रहें।

वयं राष्ट्रे जागृयाम”,
हम सभी राष्ट्र को जीवंत और जागृत बनाए रखेंगे: PM @narendramodi #IndiaFightsCorona

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) April 14, 2020

Be Very Vigilant, PM Modi Ends Address | Prime Minister ends his addresses by asking people to be very vigilant in following the coronavirus lockdown, now extended till May 3. He wished everyone good health against this coronavirus menace.

'Give Me Your Help With Seven Steps' | PM Modi underlines 7 steps to be followed.

1) Take proper care of the senior citizens of your house, especially those with underlying problems.

2) Lockdown and social distancing should be properly followed. Home-made face covers and masks should be used.

3) Increase your immunity by following directions given by Ayush Ministry. 

4) To help curb coronavirus spread, download Aarogya Setu application.

5) Wherever possible, help poor families.

6) In your businesses, help your coworkers, don't downsize people.

7) Coronavirus 'soldiers' -- doctors, nurses, sanitation workers -- respect them.

Health Infrastructure Has Improved by Leaps and Bounds | PM Modi says the health infrastructure has improved by leaps and bound. He said labs have come up, beds have increased, more than 600 hospitals are working for coronavirus treatment. These facilities are being added upon every day. "Even with our limited resources, I request young scientists to come forth and help in creating coronavirus vaccine."

Proper Report to be Out Tomorrow | A proper report on the lockdown and its measures will be issued tomorrow, says PM Modi. Talking about daily wage workers, Modi says the new guidelines will be made keeping their interests in mind. Rabi crops cutting is on, and the measures will be taken to reduce their problems.

Lockdown Relaxation With Conditions | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says that whatever relaxations granted during the lockdown to some areas will be upon conditions. Even if one such case is reported, the relaxations will be taken back.

Till 20 April, Harsh Steps to be Taken | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says that till April 20, harsh steps will be taken to curtail the spread of coronavirus in the country. Hotspots will be carefully surveilled.