Published 14:00 IST, April 11th 2020
Simi Garewal proud of India's handling of COVID-19, gives 'first credit' to PM Modi
Simi Garewal said she is proud about India's handling of COVID-19 crisis. She gave the 'first credit' of it to PM Modi, for taking the decision of a lockdown.
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The lockdown declared by the Indian government to curb COVID-19 pandemic has received mixed response till now. While one section of the citizens has praised the decision, many have also been critical of it. Among those from the film industry, after Kamal Haasan expressed his displeasure over the troubles being faced by daily wage workers, Simi Garewal has come out in support of the lockdown.
Garewal recently praised the efforts taken by India in the battle against COVID-19. The veteran took to Twitter recently and wrote that she was proud of India’s handling of the situation.
The Karz star gave the first credit to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking charge and taking a ‘difficult but timely lockdown’ before other countries like Spain, UK and Singapore, despite India being ranked lower than them by WHO and the UN.
She added that India got the lowest number of infections per million and praised the efforts of the CMs for taking ‘firm steps’. The veteran also praised the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation for ‘precision and dedication’ for cleaning and sanitisation of the roads and support of the companies of the country.
Garewal also highlighted the efforts of the Sikh community in providing free meals, while sharing how we were safe in our homes while the doctors and nurses are on the ‘battlefield’. The actor shared they were deserving of all gratitude, and about her heart swelling with ‘awe and admiration’. She also called for an end to the criticism in the ‘challenging circumstances.’
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Meanwhile, India has entered day 18 of the national lockdown, that ends on April 14. There have been calls for an extension to the lockdown, by numerous leaders. As per Ministry figures, 239 persons have lost their lives due to COVID-19 in India, with over 7000 cases.
Updated 14:00 IST, April 11th 2020