Sonia Gandhi Releases Video Message Ahead Of PM Modi's Address, Lauds Coronavirus Warriors

Just a few hours before the Prime Minister’s address, Congress president Sonia Gandhi thanked people for following the lockdown in a video message today.

Just a few hours before the Prime Minister’s address, Congress president Sonia Gandhi thanked people for following the lockdown, in a video message today. Photo/PTI

New Delhi: Just a few hours before the Prime Minister’s address, Congress president Sonia Gandhi thanked people for following the lockdown, in a video message today.  In the video which was released by the Congress party, Gandhi praised the way people have adhered to lockdown and said that she hopes everyone is staying inside their homes and observing social distancing while she also reprimanded people for the attacks on health workers and medics. "What can be more patriotic than all of us fighting the pandemic together. Our coronavirus warriors are fighting this war despite lack of basic safety gear. Our doctors, health workers and social service organisations are providing treatment despite the lack of personal protective equipment (PPE). Police and jawans are enforcing lockdown rules. Sanitation workers are constantly cleaning to prevent the spread of infection even in the difficult times," Gandhi said. She said, "Stay at homes, wash your hands regularly and only go out from in exigencies while covering your mouth with a mask, stole or cloth. This could be the best example of patriotism and cooperation against the fight with the virus She also thanked sanitary and workers and security personnel. She said, “I have no words to say thank you to the families and elders for the sacrifices they made despite all odds.” Also Watch: Sonia Gandhi appeals to stay indoors, follow social-distancing | Full Speech She also praised the frontline workers including doctors, government officials and sanitation workers who are working day and night to contain the virus spread despite being ill-equipped becoming the true warriors in the pandemic. She also appreciated the generosity of people during these challenging times especially those who are taking the risk and feeding the poor or helping in making masks. She said that the party is also trying to help the needy and informed that anyone who is looking for help can reach out to the party. On Monday, she has also written to Prime Minister demanding extension of free food till September even for non-ration cardholders. In the letter, she demanded an extension of the free food delivery until September to help the vulnerable. She also wrote that the government should ensure that in the fight against pandemic no one faced hunger.