In 'unlock' phase, focus on defeating coronavirus, boosting economy: PM

PM Modi said as people move out during the unlock period, they have to remain more vigilant compared to the lockdown period

The country will have to focus on defeating coronavirus and bolstering the economy as it exits from the lockdown and enters the "unlock" phase, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday underscoring the need to keep guard against the deadly virus.

He also stressed that India has always transformed adversities into stepping stones to success and this year won't be different.

"During this unlock period, one will have to focus on two points -- defeating coronavirus and strengthening the economy," Modi said in his monthly "Mann ki Baat" radio address.

He said as people move out during the unlock period,