New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday emphasised that the methods and strategies in dealing with COVID-19 should be dynamic as the virus is expert in mutation and changing the format.

Interacting with the State and District Officials on the COVID-19 situation through video-conference, the Prime Minister remarked that ‘every epidemic has taught us the importance of continuous innovation and change in our ways of dealing with epidemics.’

He emphasised that the methods and strategies in dealing with the pandemic should be dynamic as the virus is expert in mutation and changing the format.

The Prime Minister said virus mutation is concerning the youth and children. He stressed the need to boost vaccination drive.

On vaccine wastage, the Prime Minister said wastage of a single vaccine means not being able to provide the necessary security to an individual. Therefore, he urged to stop vaccine wastage.

The Prime Minister also emphasised the priority of easing the lives of citizens while saving lives. He added facilities for free ration for the poor, other essential supplies must be provided and black marketing should be stopped. The Prime Minister said these steps are also necessary to win this fight and to move forward.

During the interaction, the officials thanked the Prime Minister for his leadership in the battle against COVID-19. The officials briefed the Prime Minister about the improving covid situation in their respective districts. They shared their experience of using technology for real-time monitoring and capacity building. They also informed about the steps taken to enhance public participation and awareness in their districts.

The Prime Minister lauded the outstanding work of the State and District officials in fighting the pandemic and said experiences and feedback from their work in the field, helped in making practical and effective policies.