Kathmandu, April 4
President Bidya Devi Bhandari has appealed to all citizens of the country to support the government’s efforts to control the coronavirus pandemic in the country.
In an address to the nation broadcast live on the state-owned Radio Nepal and Nepal Television on Friday evening, the president expressed her confidence that humanity would eventually defeat the virus very soon. She was of the view that people’s moderation would protect them from the virus.
In her address, the head of the state appreciated the government for the steps taken towards controlling the virus outbreak. She also praised health workers and civil servants for their hard work and dedication during the hard times. She also remarked that the government had already announced relief packages for the needy including daily wage earners.
Then, she appealed to the public and other stakeholders to abide by the restrictions imposed by the government so that they can save themselves from the infection. “Preventing this disease is easier if we all stay inside our homes by maintaining social distance,” she said.
Meanwhile, Bhandari wished for the speedy recovery of those infected with the virus. She also thanked other countries for taking care of the Nepalis affected by the crisis in the countries where they are staying now.
