Published 13:55 IST, April 5th 2020
Baba Ramdev urges people to make PM Modi's '9mins-9PM' campaign against COVID a success
Appealing to people to follow the PM Modi's appeal to light diya at 9 PM for 9 mins on Sunday, Baba Ramdev said that it should be done to thank Corona warriors.
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Appealing to people to follow Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to light a candle or diya at 9 PM for 9 minutes on Sunday, Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev said that it should be done to thank Corona warriors. Calling m guardian of 135 crores Indians, he said that at this times of crisis, it is our duty to show our gratitude to m. He said that by showing our unity we have to make India's campaign against coronavirus successful.
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PM Modi's appeal
PM Modi, in an dress to nation on Friday, appealed to citizens to switch off lights in ir homes for nine minutes on April 5 at 9 pm in order to show nation's unity in fight against coronavirus pandemic. PM Modi in his third COVID-19 speech said, "On Sunday, April 5, we must challenge Coronavirus & introduce it to power of light; 1.3 billion people must show ir united power, at 9 pm for 9 minutes, by turning off all lights at home, standing at balconies, & lighting diyas, candles, flashlights." In his appeal, PM Modi reiterated people to maintain social distancing and keep off from streets. Currently, India has reported 2902 COVID-19 cases with 68 deaths till date.
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Ramdev Baba donates Rs 25 crore to PM CARES
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev's Patanjali Ayurved has anunced a donation of Rs 25 crore towards Prime Minister's PM CARES Fund for ongoing battle against Coronavirus in India. With India battling Coronavirus pandemic which has ensnared globe in a vice-like grip, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set up a charitable trust where citizens, corporates, organisations and just about anyone else can contribute funds towards relief effort. Speaking to reporters, Baba Ramdev apprised about his donation and appealed people to take necessary precautions to help prevent spre of Coronavirus and save mselves. He ded that re is need to panic.
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13:55 IST, April 5th 2020