Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday asked people not to panic over the coronavirus situation in the state, adding the next eight days are crucial and people need to remain cautious. Making a statement in the Legislative Assembly, Thackeray also informed the House that the state government is taking all steps for prevention of the "coronavirus epidemic".

Chief Minister presenting a realistic overview of the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) & measures taken by the State to prevent the virus.

“I appeal to the people of the State to not panic.”
-CM Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray pic.twitter.com/Z1KlR5BbP2

— Office of Uddhav Thackeray (@OfficeofUT) March 5, 2020

In Maharashtra, of the 167 travelers quarantined since January upon landing at the Mumbai airport, only nine are currently admitted to isolation wards. The state has not reported any confirmed case of virus infection. Appealing people to avoid going to crowded places if not necessary and limit the Holi celebrations, Thackeray said,