Central government declares Corona virus a national emergency

Central government declares Corona virus a national emergency

 The central government has declared the Corona virus a national emergency.  In addition, the central government has announced financial assistance of Rs. 4 Lakhs. This information has been provided by the Home Ministry.  The government has declared Covid-19 as a notified emergency with the aim of providing assistance under the SDRF.

 The number of corona virus cases in the country has risen to 83 on Saturday.  

 So far 10 patients have completely recovered, while 73 are under treatment. While two people have died.  The Government of India has taken an important step in view of the increasing infection of the corona virus and has incorporated N-95 masks and hand sanitizers into the range of essential items to prevent it from being marketed.

 The order will remain in effect until June 30

 After taking this step, the center and state can regulate the production, quality and distribution of the products used in the defense of corona virus.  The government has said that the order will remain in effect until June 30.  They include masks and hand sanitizers under the Act of Requirements.  A penalty of 7 years has been imposed for violating this Act.

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