Harsha Bhogle lauds PM Narendra Modi on his call for a 'Janta Curfew' to tackle COVID-19

Harsha Bhogle came forward to laud PM Narendra Modi who had addressed nation on Thursday and issued call for a 'Janta Curfew' on Sunday (March 22) from 7 AM to 9 PM. A 'Janta Curfew' is a nationwide self-imposed curfew, 'by people, and for people,' as stated by Prime Minister. 

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'I liked appeal': Harsha Bhogle

Taking to micro-blogging site, 'Voice of Indian Cricket' wrote that he liked appeal from Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting whole country to rise to occasion. veteran commentator n urged one and all to fight this (COVID-19 ) toger. Bhogle n urged everyone to do all simple things and ensure that people who are dependent on civilians for ir livelihood are protected and that people need to be smart and avoid large garings.

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Janta Curfew on March 22

Addressing nation on Thursday, PM Modi said, "Today, I ask you all for you support to implement Janata Curfew. Janata Curfew is a curfew of people and by people implemented by people itself. This Sunday, that is after two days - March 22, morning 7 am to 9 pm in night, all citizens should follow Janta Curfew."

Furrmore, he added, "With Janta Curfew in force, people should move out of ir homes, avoid taking roads, t gar in societies and stay at home. However, people associated with important duties can go out. success of Janta Curfew on March 22 and its experience will prepare us for upcoming challenges. I also urge state governments to ensure that citizens follow Janta Curfew." 

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