NEW DELHI: The World Bank on Friday approved $1 billion social protection package for India linked to Central government’s programmes.
World Bank also said that the billion-dollar social protection package was in addition to the previous package of $1 billion allocated to India for Covid-19 emergency response and health systems.
Microsoft founder Bill Gates on Friday thanked PM Narendra Modi for the interaction and stressed that combating the coronavirus pandemic requires global collaboration.
“Thank you for the conversation and partnership PM Narendra Modi. Combating the pandemic requires global collaboration. India’s role is key as the world works to minimize social and economic impact, and pave the way to vaccine, testing, and treatment access for all,” Bill Gates said.
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Well done Modiji’s efforts are recognised unlike that our neighbour