This is how people reacted to Narendra Modi’s speech addressing the Corona Virus issue.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the people of the country and discussed the global pandemic coronavirus issue.
Narendra Modi encouraged people to self isolate themselves and announced nationwide ‘Janta Curfew’ between 7 am and 9 pm on March 22, Sunday.
He insisted that the instructions being given will be in the best interest of the country and can prepare citizens to face any future challenges amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
“I am requesting your support for ‘Janta curfew’. The curfew will be in place from 7 am to 9 pm on Sunday, March 22,” said PM Modi in his speech.
People appreciated PM Modi’s efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus. Twitter users were quick to come up with memes to encourage people to abide by the instructions. Here are the popular memes taking rounds on the internet.
Prime minister: Please create awareness about #jantacurfew to atleast 10 people.
Memers: pic.twitter.com/J89Q9SWwq6
— Prasad Rajput (@Prasad__Rajput) March 19, 2020
I, DHARM, a Responsible citizen of India pledge to follow #jantacurfew pic.twitter.com/thgfGpTmhk
— dharm upadhyay (@dharmupadhyay) March 19, 2020
My new profile pic for janta curfew.
Time to change you profile pic.
Keep supporting modi ji. #JantaCurfew pic.twitter.com/b6NqK9O3W4
— Akshay (@ChowkidarAGoyal) March 19, 2020
Many people also showed support and an IFS support came to his defense.
You can continue even after Sunday.
Aakhir #JantaCurfew hai. Jab tak aapka man kare 😉 https://t.co/syNfRB3phS
— Arun Bothra (@arunbothra) March 19, 2020
MP Shashi Tharoor also showed solidarity with PM Modi.
I welcome @PMOIndia @narendramodi ‘s call to solidarity at this challenging time. Will support #JanataCurfew while conscious that Sunday is the easiest day to try it. Need more reinforcement of social distancing (incl suspending Parliament) & specific economic relief measures
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) March 19, 2020
Mohammad Kaif also showed support.
An important message from PM @narendramodi ji to the nation to fight against #CoronaVirus.
– #JantaCurfew to prepare us for upcoming challenges
– Avoid panic while buying essential suppliesIt’s time we take responsibility for the well-being of our loved ones and fellow Indians
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) March 19, 2020
PM Modi also urged people to stand in their balconies on Sunday, March 22 at 5 pm and clap to thank all the people working endlessly in hospitals during this pandemic outbreak.