GUWAHATI: Assam chief minister Sarbananda Sonowal in yet another appeal, called upon the people of the state to adhere to the Prime Minister’s call of lockdown and lend their hands towards containing and controlling the coronavirus pandemic.
In a letter written to all the MLAs of the state on Sunday, Sonowal requested them to be in their respective constituencies and motivate the people to resolutely follow the 21-day lockdown imposed since March 25.
He said that in the absence of any treatment against the virus, ‘social distancing’ was the only viable way to break the chain of infection perpetrated by the virus.
The chief minister also asked the MLAs to ensure that none in their constituencies is deprived of the government help being provided.
Referring to different ministers of the state who are in charge of all 33 districts to supervise the special services including health services, Sonowal requested the MLAs to remain in touch with the ministers including district administration and lead the flurry of activities unleashed during the lockdown period.
He also observed that in view of the COV1D-19 outbreak, the entire world including all the states in India are in an extraordinary situation and in such circumstances, the MLAs of the state need to lead the people to wisely fight against this sudden health hazard.
He further asked the MLAs to ensure that during the ongoing lockdown, no residents face any problem in getting access to essential services.