Published 21:38 IST, April 21st 2020

Mumbai Police thanks Rohit Shetty for facilitating hotels for them, dedicates Marathi poem

In the wake of COVID-19, Bollywood filmmaker Rohit Shetty has facilitated eight hotels across the Mumbai for on-duty policemen to rest, shower and have meals.

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Filmmaker Rohit Shetty, who previously donated Rs 51 lakh to FWICE in order to support the daily wage workers has now facilitated eight hotels across Mumbai for on-duty policemen to rest and have meals amid the coronavirus pandemic. The official Twitter handle of Mumbai Police tweeted and thanked Rohit for his gesture and help in keeping the city safe. They also dedicated a heartfelt verse written by Guru Thakur in the Marathi language to express their gratitude for the ace filmmaker.

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Earlier last month, Rohit Shetty made headlines after making a hearty contribution of ₹ 51 lakhs to the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) for the daily wage earners in the film industry. the organization head Ashoke Pandit took to his Twitter handle to thank Rohit Shetty for making a significant contribution to the welfare of people dependent on their day to day income.  

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Impact of coronavirus in India

As on April 21, the total number of active cases in the country is 15122 with 603 casualties so far. 3259 people have been cured of the deadly infection after receiving prompt medical attention.

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21:38 IST, April 21st 2020