World Health Day: PM Modi Urges People To Focus On Fighting Covid-19 By Taking All Precautions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (7 April) urged people to keep the focus on fighting Covid-19 by taking all precautions against the disease including wearing a mask, regularly washing hands and following other Covid-related protocols.

In his message on the World Health Day, which is observed on 7 April every year, PM Modi said, "World Health Day is a day to reaffirm our gratitude and appreciation to all those who work day and night to keep our planet healthy. It’s also a day to reiterate our commitment to supporting research and innovation in healthcare".

"On World Health Day, let us keep the focus on fighting COVID-19 by taking all possible precautions including wearing a mask, regularly washing hands and following the other protocols. At the same time, do take all possible steps to boost immunity and stay fit," he said.

He added that the government was taking numerous measures including Ayushman Bharat and PM Janaushadhi Yojana to ensure people get access to top quality and affordable healthcare.

"India is also conducting the world’s largest vaccination drive to strengthen the fight against COVID-19," PM Modi said.