Coronavirus Scare: Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra Nominated For #SafeHandsChallenge By WHO Director-General

World-renowned actors and internationally-acclaimed stars, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra have been extended an invite and gotten nominated by the World Health Organisation’s Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus to take up the 'Safe Hands' challenge against the Coronavirus. With their influence across the world, the actresses definitely have the voice that would help create wide awareness. To reach out to the wider population, the Director-General is tagging celebrities for the massive influence they hold over the people.

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus’ tweet read, "I now nominate: @deepikapadukone @priyankachopra @Schwarzenegger @CTurlington to take the #SafeHands challenge by sharing their video & calling on at least another 3 people to join us! Together, we can beat #COVID19!"The World Health Organisation has declared Coronavirus as a pandemic. 'Safe Hands' challenge is a new global campaign by WHO where the entity has asked to share a video of how to wash your hands neatly to safeguard yourself from the virus. The outbreak has infected more than 150,000 people worldwide and killed over 5,600, continuing its scare.

Both Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra are definitely among personalities that hold massive fandom across the globe. Talking about Deepika, from spreading awareness about depression with her philanthropist approach to walking down the top red carpets and winning global accolades namely World Economic Forum’s Crystal award recently, the actress is definitely the best catalyst to further reach the maximum number of people. As for Priyanka Chopra, she is no less than a global diva with a whopping fan-following across the globe.

Here’s hoping the stunners accept the challenge and spread utmost awareness amid the deadly coronavirus scare. This will not only help in minimising the fear and panic among citizens but also, make them extra cautious about their health.