Coronavirus outbreak: Delhi Metro services to remain closed till March 31

NEW DELHI: As the number of

Covid-19

infected cases rises in India, Delhi Metro on Sunday stopped all it's services till March 31.

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In a press release, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation said that "the move is aimed at controlling the spread of coronavirus by ensuring

social distancing

and encouraging people to stay at home for the time being. "

On Saturday, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) had announced that the services will be largely closed on Monday.


Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal of Janta Curfew, millions across the country remained indoors to help check the spread of the virus. Public transport remained off-road, shops and other business establishments were also shut. The government on Sunday also announced to suspend train and inter-state bus services across the country till March 31.

At least 27 coronavirus cases, including a death, were reported in the national capital till Saturday night.
(With inputs from agencies)