Modi cautions about Covid's rapid rural spread, says don't ignore symptoms

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the Covid-19 pandemic was spreading fast in rural areas and urged people to be extra cautious and take all precautions against the “invisible enemy”.

“I want to warn you about Covid. This pandemic is spreading fast in villages. Every government is making efforts to stop this. Awareness about this among rural people and cooperation of panchayat institutes are equally important,” Modi said.

“You have never disappointed the nation. We hope this time too, to protect yourself and your families, all necessary precautions are taken,” he added.

The prime minister was speaking at the