Imran warns Pak of coronavirus sweep, says hospitals may fail as cases rise

On Thursday, Khan launched the "Ehsaas Emergency Cash Programme" to transfer a total of Rs 144 billion cash to 12 million poor families hit by the coronavirus crisis

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday warned the coronavirus pandemic is getting worse and "hospitals may not be able to cope" as the number of confirmed cases jumped to 4,414 in the country and 340 new cases were detected on Thursday. 

Khan warned the people to follow official guidelines on self-isolation or the virus would spread further. He, however, defended his decision to not impose a total lockdown, saying over 50 million people were below the poverty line in the country and they could die of hunger if such a step is taken.

On Thursday, Khan launched the "Ehsaas