On March 9, 2020 The Punjab Government launched “Cova Punjab” mobile application to spread awareness and precautions to be taken against coronavirus. The application was launched by Punjab Chief Secretary Karan Avtar Singh. The application was developed by the Department of Government Reforms and Public Grievances in consultation with the Health & Family Welfare Department.
Key Points:
i.About Cova Punjab app: The application provides options to check for symptoms as provided by the government from time to time and preventive care advisories.
ii.The application also suggests the nearest hospital where people can report in case they show symptoms of the virus.
iii.The dynamic map on the app is provided with a real-time counter which will help citizens updated about the status of the spread of corona in the state.
iv.The Cova Punjab application can be downloaded from Android Play Store and iOS (iPhone Operating System) AppStore.