Allowed use of Hydroxychloroquine for healthcare workers: Health Ministry

During Coronavirus lockdown, 16.94 lakh metric tonnes of food grains have been transported across India till now. In 13 states, 1.3 lakh metric tonnes of wheat and in 8 states, 1.32 lakh metric tonnes of rice have been allotted: Lav Agarwal, Health Ministry

''We have allowed the use of Hydroxychloroquine for healthcare workers dealing with COVID19 patients or high risk contacts of the patients though there is limited evidence of its efficacy. There is not sufficient evidence to use it at community level'', he added.