New Delhi (NVI): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) today announced the closure of its services in the national capital on Sunday in the wake of ‘Janta Curfew’ declared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to contain the spread of coronavirus.
“In the wake of ‘Janta Curfew’ to be observed this Sunday i.e., on 22nd March 2020, DMRC has decided to keep its services closed. The move is aimed at encouraging the public to stay indoors and maintain social distancing, which is essential in the fight against Covid-19,” DMRC said in a statement.
The total number of positive cases of coronavirus in Delhi yesterday rose to 14, according to Delhi Health Department.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the nation yesterday on the coronavirus outbreak asked people to observe ‘Janta Curfew’ and stay indoors on Sunday from 7.00 am to 9.00 pm.
