PM Modi Allocates Rs 15,000 Cr for Healthcare Infra To Combat Covid-19 Outbreak

Question:What amount of fund has been allocated by Government of India to strengthen the Healthcare Infrastructure combating Covid-19 outbreak?
(a) Rs. 15000 Crore
(b) Rs. 16000 Crore
(c) Rs. 17000 Crore
(d) Rs. 20000 Crore
Answer:(a)
Related facts:

  • In a bid to combat the spread of coronavirus in India, the central government has allocated Rs 15,000 crore to strengthen the health infrastructure in India.
  • In his address to the nation, PM Modi said that the fund will be used for developing health infrastructure in the country, increasing the number of beds, testing kits, and even training of professionals to combat the disease.
  • In an unprecedented move, the PM announced complete lockdown in the entire country for 21 days from 12 am tonight, adding that this will be akin to a curfew and will be implemented with full compliance.

Links:

https://www.businesstoday.in/current/economy-politics/rs-15000-crore-alloted-for-healthcare-to-fight-coronavirus-says-pm-modi/story/399119.html

https://www.deccanherald.com/national/coronavirus-news-live-updates-india-sees-a-surge-in-positive-cases-as-tally-reaches-660-799686.html

https://news.abplive.com/news/india/pm-modi-announces-rs-15000-cr-for-healthcare-infra-to-combat-covid-19-outbreak-1181686