Letter to BS: To fight coronavirus, clear communication from govt is key

This refers to the editorial "Coping with coronavirus" (March 13). Our country has a pathetic record in disaster management. It is imperative that the government handles the coronavirus outbreak as effectively as possible. Though this virus has mainly spread in four countries — China, South Korea, Iran and Italy — in the last few days, the patient count in India has increased, and cases are being reported from different parts of the country. The government's blanket ban on tourist visas from all countries is a very sensible move. The Delhi government has closed down schools, colleges and cinemas till March