Karnataka: Curfew to continue beyond April 20, says Yediyurappa

The Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa said the situation in Karnataka is very different and shouldn't be compared with other states. The CM said that the appropriate action will be taken to control the virus in the state. Karnataka CM said that as far as COVID-19 is concerned, appropriate action will be taken to control the spread further in the state.

The announcement comes a day after the southern reported its sharpest single-day spike of 14,738 fresh coronavirus cases and 66 related fatalities.

After holding a crucial meeting at his residence to review the ongoing Covid-19 surge in the state, the Chief Minister said that the night curfew imposed in 7 districts, including Bengaluru, reporting a high number of virus cases will continue.

Currently, these places are under a night curfew between 10 pm and 5 am. "Cases have increased, we have collected all information. We will take a call on extension (of night curfew) on April 20th, till then the existing restrictions will continue," Yediyurappa told reports post crucial meeting with the state authorities.

He also added, "The scenario in our state is different. No need to compare our state with other states. We have our own issues which need to be addressed.