Coronavirus: Pics of Indians maintaining social distancing amid lockdown break internet

Amid the fear and tension of the recent coronavirus pandemic that has taken a toll on everyday life, people all over the world have resorted to staying at home, following strict lockdowns, and also in an attempt to stay safe and maintain social distance. India, however, recently slid under the cover of a three-week nationwide lockdown starting midnight of March 24, in an attempt to maintain social distancing among people that would, positively, cut down the spike in cases. India under Lockdown It was, however, clarified that essential services and commodities would be exempted from the lockdown, easing the panic. PM Modi further added the presence of a "Lakshman rekha" outside every house for the next 21 days, stepping out of which for 21 days would set the country back by 21 years. However, irrespective of the PM's appeals and requests, several Indians did not quite understand the assurance and pleadings and immediately jumped outside their houses and started panicking about the important household goods and items. Read: Coronavirus LIVE Updates: India enters Day 1 of 21-day lockdown; confirmed cases at 519 Read: Streaming Giants To Suspend HD Transmission On Mobile During Corona Lockdown Social Distance well-maintained Interestingly, comforting images from all over India surfaced, showing the shopkeepers and customers obediently adhering to the "Lakshman Rekha" appeal made by the PM. People were seen maintaining distance from other people by standing withing circles and boxes drawn on the ground while buying groceries and other essential items. In a frightening, crucial situation like now, the pictures came as a relief for people all around the country, following which netizens took to Twitter to appreciate the considerate move. @NakarKhana @KlasraRauf wow hats off to this town in south India , setting perfect example of social distancing #coronavirusindia #21daylockdown #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/fqRylnAD2t — RAKESH VAID (@rakeshvaid) March 25, 2020 Perfect example of social distancing on shopping👌 India shows the way🇮🇳#Social_Distancing #IndiaFightsCorona pic.twitter.com/FNRxNHYYfj — Anil Padmanabhan🇮🇳🕉️🚩 (@anilp68) March 25, 2020 We are finding innovative ways to keep social distancing here in #india, surprised to see how we evolve quickly with the changed circumstances. #SocialDistancing #Social_Distancing #Covid19India #covid pic.twitter.com/xqFyA0O2fb — Manvendra Saraswat (@MaverickManven) March 25, 2020 Fantastic how India is learning & following "social distancing". We are in an unusual situation, so it will take time for people to adapt. Have patience. A couple of more days, and all services will be sorted. pic.twitter.com/IlcVuylDPg — गीतिका (@ggiittiikkaa) March 25, 2020 Organized social distancing in Ahmedabad in Gujarat in India. pic.twitter.com/j6YZ4bFf8S — Carl Bildt (@carlbildt) March 25, 2020 Hi india be safe at your home🏡 and you can see in this pic "log follow kr rhe h social distancing" And happy navratri to all pic.twitter.com/bjcBchbTyL — Shalu (@Shalu54609992) March 25, 2020 Read: "We Will Ensure Nobody Goes Hungry," Assures Delhi CM Kejriwal As India Enters Lockdown Read: Restrictions Tightened In Kashmir As Nation Enters 21-day Lockdown To Combat Coronavirus

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Coronavirus: Pics of Indians maintaining social distancing amid lockdown break internet

Amid the escalating fear of coronavirus, Indians recently slid under the cover of a 21 day lockdown, but they continue to remain in their "Lakshman Rekha".

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