Coronavirus Lockdown: Finance Minister Presents Comprehensive Economic Plan to Tide over Current Difficulties

09:46 AM Mar 24, 2020 | G Plus News

GUWAHATI: "We have come up with a comprehensive plan about statutory and regulatory compliance matters," said finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a media briefing on Tuesday March 24. . 

She also said, "The lockdown has been done with an intention of flattening that curve of coronavirus’ spread. Therefore, I must appreciate you all for joining us today. We are close to coming up with an economic package, which will be announced soon."

Meanwhile, all states have been told to provide Rs 1000 per worker.

It is to be mentioned that about Rs 52,000 crores is available as cess fund and about 3.5 crore construction workers are registered with these construction welfare boards.