Tribune News Service

Jammu, March 24

The Army’s Northern Command has intensified measures to combat the outbreak and spread of coronavirus in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

The Army has established multiple telephone helplines to provide information and assistance to the people.

The Defence PRO said with the spread of the novel coronavirus, there was a sense of uncertainty among the people as many of them were not sure what measures to take to safeguard themselves and their family.

“There have been a series of fake social media uploads which have created panic among people. To this effect, the Army has been undertaking intense awareness campaigns and updating the public with all relevant information during this pandemic through various platforms. The initiatives are meant to ensure that people do not become unwitting carriers of the virus and are well informed about the preventive measures to be adopted,” said Lt Col Abhinav Navneet, Defence PRO.

In order to help the people to manage the stresses related to Covid-19 and to provide immediate relief to those seeking advice, helpline numbers have been activated across the UT. The helplines are a critical resource for the people and will address the questions of the residents.

Round-the-clock service

• The Army has established multiple telephone helplines to provide information and assistance to the people
• It said the helplines are a critical resource for the people and will address the questions of the residents and provide the up-to-date information resource
• The helplines will be active round the clock to address general questions and concerns regarding the prevention of Covid-19