Coronavirus: India Inc to help Maharashtra combat oxygen shortage

Warning of a possible third wave of Covid-19, Maharashtra CM appealed to India Inc. to make all-out preparations to counter it right now and ensure it doesn't hit the state's industry and economy

India Inc has assured Maharashtra government its support in ramping up supplies of medical oxygen, chief minister Uddhav Thackeray's office said in a press statement on Saturday.

Thackeray interacted with CEOs and representatives of industry bodies CII and FICCI who also agreed to set up Covid-19 testing and vaccination centres in industrial areas. 

The interaction was held today in the backdrop of spurt in Covid-19 cases in the state. Maharashtra, which accounts for over 60 per cent cases in the country, is the worst affected Indian state and has imposed restrictions on industrial activities among others.

To overcome the crisis, Thackeray sought help