Janta curfew pledge: People express appreciation for medical and other essential service providers

Bengaluru: With ringing of bells, beating of metal plates and clapping, people across the country on Sunday, March 22 evening expressed appreciation for medical and other staff who are on the frontline of the battle against the Coronavirus.

The clanging sounds rang in the air as the clock struck five and people came out in balconies, lawns and terrace following an appeal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to show solidarity with doctors, nurses and others involved in providing essential services, as the country observed an unprecedented ‘Janta Curfew’ to check the spread of the virus.

Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa came out to balcony to show appreciation to medical and other staff by clapping hands with his family members.