Bhatkal: Empty streets were seen here on Wednesday after the announcement of a 21-day lockdown in the entire country by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deal with the spread of the coronavirus.

Police officials have been urging people to follow the guidelines for the lockdown and directing them not to venture out of their homes unnecessarily.

A few people were seen buying necessary food items like milk and vegetables in early morning, later officials closed the shop. Only medical shops were seen opened. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced a 21-day lockdown in the entire country.