Patnaik right to extend lockdown. Other CMs can learn from his effective crisis management
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Patnaik right to extend lockdown. Other CMs can learn from his effective crisis management

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CM Naveen Patnaik government’s decision to extend the lockdown period in Odisha until 30 April is prudent. For a poor state, Odisha’s crisis management strategy is pro-active and hands-on. The numbers tell the story — 42 Covid-19 cases and one death. Patnaik’s counterparts in other states must draw lessons from Odisha.