NEW DELHI: With reports of people leaving cities in droves by taking crowded trains because of the coronavirus scare, PM Narendra Modi on Saturday took to twitter to put out a strong “stay put” appeal saying that it would increase the risk of infections. Modi also exhorted quarantined people to heed doctor’s advice not to venture out. He said: “I pray that the city you are in, please stay there for a few days. With this, all of us can stop the disease from spreading. We are playing with our health by crowding railway stations and bus stands. Please worry about yourself and your family, do not leave your house if it is not necessary.He also asked those quarrantined to abide by the advice by doctors. Using the hashtag #IndiaFightsCorona and sharing videos on precautions that can be taken against the infection, he said on Twitter: “This is the time we should all listen to the advise given by doctors and authorities. All those who have been told to stay in home quarantine, I urge you to please follow the instructions. This will protect you and others.” In line with his address to the nation on Thursday where he announced a voluntary 14-hour citizens’ “curfew”, the PM sought cooperation of people in staying home and avoiding unnecessary travel.In a move to provide credible information and bust myths, the PM announced the launch of a government of India collaboration with WhatsApp for a ‘Corona Helpdesk’ which would help disseminate authentic information on Covid-19. He also appreciated Twitter for its effort to provide credible updates on the situation in India.