WB cop fights COVID-19 through singing

Amid COVID-19 crisis, a West Bengal cop is educating people about the precautionary measures to fight coronavirus by way of singing and entertaining them.

Jalpaiguri: As India entered day 16 of lockdown, the active coronavirus cases surpassed 5,570 mark on Thursday. Despite all the COVID-19 challenges, constable Vishal Chhetri of Jalpaiguri, North Bengal is spreading awareness by singing songs to caution people about the deadly virus.

The cop who is battling cancer has left no stones unturned to deliver service to the nation in times of crisis. Making use of his singing talent, he has been spreading awareness among people, further asking them to stay back at home in order to defeat the coronavirus.

"Vishal nurtured a dream of being a famous singer, he in fact participated in many talent shows but due to cancer he couldn't pursue his dream and thus it left him unhappy," Vishal's neighbour said.

Moreover, the policeman has also written a few songs on the contributions and selfless services of all the frontline workers.

“I have performed in many events amidst packed auditoriums. But, this is a different experience, to sing for people, to educate them about the repercussions of not following guidelines and to urge them to remain indoors by the help of music, is something I will always cherish,” constable Chhetri elaborated.

He further added that his mission in this difficult time is to boost morale of all those healthcare and frontline workers who have joined hands silently in the fight against COVID-19.