Lockdown best possible decision taken by PM Modi at appropriate time: Hry Dy CM

The nationwide lockdown imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus was the "best possible decision" taken at an "appropriate time" by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Haryana Deputy Chief Minister and Jannayak Janata Party (JJP) leader Dushyant Chautala said on Friday.

He assured people that there won't be any shortage of food, both in his state as well as across the country, and said the Haryana government will ensure procurement of all food grains from farmers.

"I am visiting three to four grain markets and personally monitoring procurement of food grains. Farmers in the state need not worry, their each and every food grain will be procured," Dushyant Chautala told PTI in an interview.

He also said mills such as that of rice and flour can resume their operations as these products come under the list of essential commodities.

About resuming operation of industries, especially in the state's automobile hub Manesar, the deputy chief minister said, "Necessary orders will be issued, most likely tomorrow, after which the industries in the state which are in non-containment zones can resume operations in a phased manner after April 20."