In a video statement on Tuesday, Mr. Naidu said Primer Minister took a bold decision to extend the lockdown. Mr. Naidu said that Mr. Modi called him back at 8.30 a.m. in response reply to his call on Monday night and discussed the way forward in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. “I told the PM that under his efficient leadership, the right decision was made on lockdown-1. ‘Wrong move by SEC’Referring to reports of the State Election Commissioner (SEC) asking officials to gear up for the local body elections, Mr. Naidu said the decision was incorrect. Accusing the government of adopting a vindictive attitude, Mr. Naidu cautioned that it was not the time for petty politics.

Source: The Hindu April 14, 2020 17:36 UTC