Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan interacts with Odia NRIs

Hemanta Pradhan | TNN | Updated: May 4, 2020, 00:39 IST

File photo of Union petroleum minister Dharmendra Pradhan

BHUBANESWAR: Union petroleum minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday interacted with Pravasi Odias residing in the gulf countries including the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman through video conferencing.
He discussed about the Covid-19 situation in the gulf region and measures they are taking to keep themselves protected. "I urged them to take care of each other, especially the Indian diaspora in these difficult times. Also, reassured them not to worry about their families back home as our government has taken necessary steps to address their needs on time," he added.
He said washing of hands in a regular manner, maintaining hygiene and social distancing are key factors in emerging victorious from this health crisis. He also requested them to follow the lockdown guidelines laid down by their authorities to eliminate the risk of Covid-19 infection, he added.