Yogi Adityanath distributes financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh to the family members of writers who died of COVID-19
To encourage and honor the tireless and unique contribution of journalists, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday provided financial assistance to the families of journalists who lost their lives due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Chief Minister was accompanied by India TV editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma. The families of the writers were offered checks of Rs 10 lakh each.
Addressing the programme, India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma paid tributes to those who lost their lives due to the coronavirus pandemic and expressed sympathy to the families of the deceased.
“TV, print, digital journalists not only covered news during the COVID lockdown, but they also acted as a bridge between the government and the common people suffering from deadly diseases. I am proud to say that the people of the media fraternity bravely faced the challenge. Without any hesitation,” said Rajat Sharma.
Speaking further, Rajat Sharma recalled the lockdown phase and said that people want to know what is happening.
Rajat Sharma said, “I remember the lockdown period when people were locked inside their homes and everyone was curious about the coronavirus infection. During such times, journalists went ahead and took the pandemic situation without worrying about their lives. covered.”
“There were times when people used to step out of their homes but did not follow the COVID-19 protocol. Even at such times, our journalists and camerapersons spoke to people and questioned them. Some even insulted the journalists. did, however, they continued to do their bit and even urged people to wear masks and follow coronavirus protocols, said India TV editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma.
Recalling the time when hospitals were full and beds were not available, Rajat Sharma said, “At a time when people feared to even step near the hospital premises, our journalists went inside several hospitals and the pandemic of the second wave reported.”
Speaking on the vaccination policy for journalists, Rajat Sharma said that he called up Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to pressurize for vaccination of journalists.
“As NBA president, I approached UP CM Yogi Adityanath for vaccination of journalists and their families, he assured me of all help and within a few days, a vaccination drive was organized in Noida. On behalf of all the media fraternity, I thank Yogi ji, said Rajat Sharma.
Expressing gratitude to the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Rajat Sharma said, “Yogi Adityanath nodded for free vaccination for journalists and their families, before I could even talk to him.”
India TV Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma concluded his address by saying, “The coronavirus pandemic is not over yet and those who have not yet received their vaccinations should go for it at the earliest.”
Yogi Adityanath had announced financial assistance to the families of journalists on the occasion of ‘Hindi Journalism Day’.
The Chief Minister also said that the government was committed to provide all possible help to the journalists and would continue to encourage them.
Appreciating the efforts of the journalists, he said, “During such challenging and testing times, all the journalists and media personnel have risked their lives to bring us relevant and authentic information. They have worked 24×7 which is commendable. Is.”
The UP government said that during the second wave of the pandemic, several journalists on duty across the country got infected and lost their lives, leaving their families helpless.
COVID-19 situation in Uttar Pradesh
Meanwhile, forty-two more people tested positive for COVID-19 in Uttar Pradesh, pushing the tally to 17,08,410 on Friday, while the death toll rose to 22,756, a health bulletin said. .
It states that there have been two deaths from Allahabad and one each from Amethi and Ayodhya.
In the last 24 hours, 42 new cases were reported in the state, while 91 people were discharged after recovery.
The total recoveries have reached 16,84,925, it said, adding that the number of active cases in Uttar Pradesh is 729.
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