From Shashi Tharoor To Chidambaram, PM Modi’s Janata Curfew Gets A Big Thumbs Up

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Prime Minister addressed the nation yesterday and talked about the steps taken by the government and civil initiatives that need to be taken to combat coronavirus. In his address, PM Modi urged the people to observe Janta curfew – a self-imposed curfew by the public, for the public – on March 22 between 7:00 am and 9:00 pm. Surprisingly, PM Modi had a positive response even from his all-time competitors.

Janata Curfew 

Previously, PM Modi called for a high-level meeting on Wednesday to review the measures to contain the coronavirus pandemic. After the meeting, the PMO announced that the PM would address the nation on Thursday at 8:00 pm.

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PM Modi on Thursday urged Indians to avoid coming out of homes as much as possible. “I also urge senior citizens of over 65 years to not step outside their homes in the next few weeks,” said PM Modi. He asked people to applaud the doctors, sanitary workers, government officials and others who are still at the frontline in these times of epidemic.

Support from Opposition

Surprisingly, certain Congress leaders and PM Modi’s all-time competitors stepped up and supported his initiative of Janata Curfew.

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Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Thursday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for “Janata Curfew” and said there is a need for more reinforcement of social distancing.

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“I welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to solidarity at this challenging time. Will support “Janata Curfew” while conscious that Sunday is the easiest day to try it. Need more reinforcement of social distancing (incl suspending Parliament) and specific economic relief measures,” Mr. Tharoor tweeted.

P Chidambaram also offered support to the Prime Minister. He said, “I am duty-bound to support the PM. In effect, the PM has asked the people to wage the war against COVID with moral armaments. We shall do so on Sunday and in the following days.

Shabana Azmi shared, “@narendramodi its a very good speech on Corona Virus and his appeal for #JantaCurfew on Sunday 22nd March stay home from 7 am is something all Indians should do. I applaud him for inspiring us to stand at 5 pm on Sun 22nd March to honor people who believe in service about self.”

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Atul Khatri who is widely known for criticizing BJP had praised Narendra Modi over Janata Curfew. He wrote in a tweet, Super speech Modiji. Touched all the right points!

Shekhar Gupta also went on and praised Prime Minister for taking this much-needed step. He wrote in a tweet, For all his fine oratory, this was by far the calmest, most measured & important speech Narendra Modi has delivered in his public life. This is just that juncture when India needs a mass leader who could speak sensitively, soberly, and inspirationally.

Shehla Rashid too praised Modi and said, “appreciate PM @narendramodi’s clear message to people to stay indoors, encouraging work from home. Also, endorse his appeal to all employers to give paid leave to staff. He’s asked people to not panic-buy & hoard. Appeal to everyone to be united and follow the govt’s instructions.”

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