COVID-19 scare: Centre advises people to wear face masks in crowded places
Alerted by the fresh COVID-19 pandemic scare in China, the Centre advised people to take the jab and start wearing face masks in crowded places
- National
NewsTAP Bureau- Updated On:21 Dec 2022 1:54 PM GMT
NEW DELHI: Alerted by the fresh COVID-19 pandemic scare in China, the Centre on Wednesday advised people to take the jab and start wearing face masks in crowded places.
"Only 27-28 per cent of India's eligible population took the precaution dose of COVID-19. People are advised to take the jab and start wearing masks again," said NITI Aayog Member Dr V K Paul amid the increasing number of COVID cases in many countries.
He urged people not to panic and clarified that there was no change in the guidelines for international or domestic air travel.
"People should wear masks in crowded areas. Those who have comorbidities or are elderly should especially adhere to this," Paul said in a review meeting held by Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya amid a surge in Covid cases globally, especially in China.
"In view of the rising cases of COVID-19 in some countries, I reviewed the situation with experts and officials today. Covid is not over yet. I have directed all concerned to be alert and strengthen surveillance. We are prepared to manage any situation," Mansukh Mandaviya said in a tweet.
