The coronavirus threat is increasing each passing day in India. There have been more than 7,600 cases already in the country. The country is already going through a 21-day lockdown which is expected to be increased till the end of this month. In these desperate times, the Police departments in India are trying their best to spread awareness about social distancing. Delhi Police, for instance, has been making sure that the citizens stay at home.
There are more than 900 registered cases of COVID-19 patients already in the Indian capital. On Friday, the Delhi Police, uploaded messages from two of the iconic players who are spreading the message of social distancing across the city and also thanked them for their efforts.
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the Indian skipper, Virat Kohli, who hails from Delhi, was seen in one of the videos uploaded by Twitter handle of Delhi Police. In the 21-second video uploaded, Virat appreciated their efforts.
Kohli said, “Heartening for me to know that the police service across the nation is helping so many people in these difficult times. I want to acknowledge the efforts of Delhi police who have not only performed their duties with absolute honesty but also taken food to the poor people on a daily basis, which is their utmost requirement. So, well done and keep putting in the same effort.”
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The caption of the post by the Delhi police was, “Thanking you @imVkohli for your kind words of encouragement and support. In this fight against #COVID19, we are leaving no stone unturned to protect our fellow citizens. #DelhiPoliceFightsCOVID @PMOIndia @HMOIndia @LtGovDelhi @CPDelhi”.
Thanking you @imVkohli for your kind words of encouragement and support. In this fight against #COVID19 we are leaving no stone unturned to protect our fellow citizens.#DelhiPoliceFightsCOVID @PMOIndia @HMOIndia @LtGovDelhi @CPDelhi pic.twitter.com/4hWzwILMsE
— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) April 10, 2020
Another video was uploaded soon in which the Indian fast bowler Ishant Sharma was seen appreciating the efforts of Delhi Police. He also urged all the people to stay at their home during this lockdown.
In the video, Ishant Sharma said, “This is the time to stay at home, spend time with your loved ones and take care of yourself and your family. Delhi police jawans are performing their duties day and night. Let’s come forward and help the Delhi police by staying at our homes. And most importantly not to believe rumours. We will win this fight together. Jai Hind!”
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— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) April 10, 2020
