Karnataka artists draw cartoons to spread awareness about COVID-19

People around the world are finding various ways to cope with coronavirus pandemic. Likewise, artists in Karnataka's Haveri district have taken upon themselves to spread the awareness about the coronavirus and the importance of social distancing.

Haveri (Karnataka): As India comes to a standstill due to the Coronavirus pandemic, cartoonists are swinging into action, to reach out to people and raise awareness about the virus, in an approachable, fun way.

While some have made quarantine-inspired memes, others have been using art to show solidarity with people impacted by the virus.

Artists in Karnataka's Haveri district have taken upon themselves to spread the awareness about the coronavirus and the importance of social distancing.

Namadeva Kagadgara, a Ranebennur-based cartoonist, has made a cartoon requesting people to stay at home to prevent the spread of the virus.

Folk artist Veerayya Sankinamath of Hurulikoppi village is raising awareness through Folk songs.

It is to be noted that the state's COVID-19 patient count has reached 315, with as many as 13 people losing their lives.