PM Narendra Modi on April 3, 2020 asked all the Indians to switch off their lights at 9 PM on April 5, 2020 (Sunday) and light candles at 9 PM for 9 minutes. People can light candles, Diyas or even phone torchlights. PM Modi urged the citizens to participate from their home balconies or doorsteps and should avoid going outside or anywhere to light candles.