A request to politicians, celebrities, journalists, and other public figures:

Can you please wear a proper mask in meetings, in public interactions, etc.?

And please, can we all avoid this - 'removing mask just for the photo' bit? Sending the right signal is important!

Thanks
No need to remove the mask when interacting with media ...we can hear you perfectly well with the mask on.

Remember - you are setting an example for everyone else, who is watching you on the screen (video/photos).

Please set the right example! Thanks.
And this is a request for everyone else as well.

If you are meeting anyone outside the people in your house (office colleagues, friends, relatives, etc.) ...don't remove your masks!

This is especially true for large indoor gatherings. More the people - greater the risk.
In fact, even inside your house - if you have old people with comorbidities and risk factors - best to limit interactions with them, without masks.

At best masks are a minor inconvenience. But by wearing one while speaking with the old, at risk - you are protecting them.
If you are going for essential work to any crowded place (shops, hospital, public transport, etc.)...better to wear a good quality N95/surgical mask, compared to a cloth mask.

The prices have come down significantly (under Rs 40 for N95... under Rs 10 for Surgical Mask).
Likely many more in India... https://twitter.com/aparanjape/status/1380887683111645193?s=19
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