India was prepared to tackle Covid-19 before first case in country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India was "well-prepared" to deal with the Covid-19 situation in the country, adding that the country is far more stable than several other countries who have witnessed much worse in terms of deaths. PM Modi said the holistic approach that was taken by India, including social distancing and lockdown, has helped the nation.

PM Modi admitted that it has led to huge economic losses and that the lockdown is an expensive affair, but added that human life is more valuable.