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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (MS)
Mangaluru, Apr 9: MP and president of Karnataka state BJP Nalin Kumar Kateel inaugurated state BJP coronavirus helpline at the BJP office in the city on Thursday, April 9.
Speaking on the occasion, Nalin said, "BJP war room has started functioning in all the districts and mandalas of the state from March 23 itself. Till Wednesday, April 8, 20,13,910 food packets have been distributed throughout the state. In addition, 1,96,150 face masks and 5,95,705 ration kits are also distributed to the needy people.
"From Thursday, April 9 BJP Karnataka coronavirus (Covid-19) helpline has started functioning. The helpline number of 08068324040 is the same for the whole state. The helpline can be contacted through WhatsApp number 8722557733 also. The people of the state can contact BJP for any help.
"For any requirement including food and emergency people can call these numbers. Twelve important points are connected to this. We have given Rs 10.79 crore to 2.16 lac Jandhan account of Dakshina Kannada district.
"There is no need to panic if the bank sends notice for postponement of EMIs. If it is possible for you to pay, do so. If not there is no issue. We have instructed all the banks regarding this. Even if you are unable to pay electricity bill, it is fine. For three months your power connection will not be cut,” he said.