MP: CM Chouhan launches 'Sankalp,' a campaign to combat coronavirus
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday launched Sankalp, a campaign to raise awareness about COVID-19, and appealed to people to follow important steps such as wearing masks and social distancing to protect themselves. While launching the campaign in the Bhawani Chowk area of Old Bhopal, Chouhan said it is necessary for everyone to unite to defeat the deadly virus.
Campaign's motto is 'Meri Suraksha Mera Mask'
Chouhan drew circles in front of shops to ensure social distancing in market areas and also urged people to follow the campaign's Meri Suraksha Mera Mask motto. "The second wave of COVID-19 has arrived and any negligence will prove costly to people," he said.
Adhere to 'Meri Holi Mere Ghar' slogan this Holi
Chouhan urged social organizations and religious heads to cooperate in the campaign by ensuring that there is no crowding during the upcoming festive season. "People should celebrate Holi by adhering to the slogan, Meri Holi Mere Ghar," he said. He appealed to shopkeepers to wear masks, use sanitizers, and also encourage others to do so compulsorily for their safety and their family's well-being.
People vowed to fight against the virus
Ministers and senior officials also took part in the awareness campaign across the state. A siren was blared at many places and people stood in attention for two minutes, taking a vow to fight against the virus.
COVID-19 cases continue to rise in MP
State Home Minister Narottam Mishra distributed masks and drew circles in front of shops in the New Market area of Bhopal, while state Water Resources Minister Tulsiram Silawat took part in the campaign at Sapna-Sangeeta road in Indore. Madhya Pradesh on Monday reported 1,348 new cases of coronavirus that raised the state's tally to 2,77,075, which includes 3,908 casualties.
