Narendra Modi speech highlights: PM announces 21-day lockdown across India from midnight

PM Narendra Modi addressed the nation for the second time in less than a week, as India grapples with the raging coronavirus pandemic, that has now affected 190 countries worldwide.

Here are the highlights from his Tuesday evening address:

PM thanks nation for success of ‘Janta curfew’ on March 22

The nation came together as one for Janta curfew

Coronavirus has stretched the resources of even developed nations

Social distancing only way to stop coronavirus, please remain within your homes

Some are under the illusion that social distancing is only for the ones who have the infection

India will have to pay a very high price if social distancing is not adhered to

Entire country to be under lockdown from midnight tonight

Total ban on moving out of homes from midnight tonight, to be enforced more stri