“Given how a pandemic develops, I believe that this measure is justified. In addition, the president made it possible to differentially approach the problem, taking into account the situation in the regions. This is a very balanced decision, ”said Ogul.

The deputy noted that the fact that the disease was absent in some regions inspires confidence that “the development and spread of the pandemic can be stopped.”

“Of course, the president noted that this (non-working period. - RT ) with the preservation of wages. But the question here is how to provide additional support measures in order to preserve jobs and the prosperity of those people whose employer is a small and medium business. In addition, we need to see how long elderly people can be in this mode, people are lonely, ”he added.

Earlier, Putin in an appeal to the Russians announced the extension of the holiday regime until April 30.