In Assam, first death due to COVID-19 was reported in the state last night. Assam Health Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed that a 65-year old patient expired at Silchar Medical College. A total of 28 positive cases have been found in the state so far. &nbsp;<br />''<br />''AIR correspondent reports, Assam Chief Minister Sarbanand Sonowal held a meeting with the leaders of various religious organizations and urged all to spread the message of social distancing. He also urged them to frequently send the messages to the communities that lockdown is essential to prevent the spread of COVID-19.<br />''<br />''Meanwhile, &nbsp;Kamrup Metro district Administration has decided to allow door to &nbsp;door sale of fish and mutton in Guwahati city. On the other hand, Guwahati Police has restricted the movement of permitted vehicles engaged in essential services within Guwahati city initially for three days from today.&nbsp;<br />''<br />
News On AIR | April 10, 2020 2:13 PM
Assam reports first COVID-19 death