Masks are back in India amid surge in China's Covid cases: Know more about it here

To deal with rising Covid cases in several countries, including China, the US, South Korea and other regions, the Indian government will reintroduce some restrictions to limit the spread of the virus in the country.

The Federal Ministry of Health held a review meeting on the rise of Covid-19 in other countries, after which Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced some new rules to limit the spread of Covid in the country and announced regulations.

After the review conference, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya tweeted to the public: "COVID is not over yet.I have directed all concerned to be alert and strengthen surveillance."


VK Paul , a member of the NITI Aayog Covid Task Force, also issued an important statement advising people to wear masks in crowded places. He further added that international air travel guidelines have not changed at this time.

In addition, the Health Minister is expected to address the media on COVID-19 cases in India, and travel guidelines for international passengers may be implemented. It should be noted that masks are not yet compulsory in the country.

Meanwhile, Federal Health Minister Rajesh Bhushan issued a notice Tuesday evening to all states to prepare for genomic sequencing of all positive Covid samples in the region for early detection of new variants. Urged.

Despite an explosion of Covid cases in China and other countries, India has kept the number of coronavirus cases under control for the time being, with just 131 new cases recorded today. The health ministry said there was no need to be alarmed just yet.

Meanwhile, sources say Indian travellers returning from abroad during the current holiday season, Christmas and New Year, are advised to take specific precautions to prevent new strains of the deadly infection from entering the country. You may need to follow the guidelines of the government.

FAQs :

When was Mansukh Mandaviya appointed as a Union Minister?
Mansukh Mandaviya was appointed as a Union MinisterJuly 7, 2021.

What is the no. of total covid cases till date ?
4,46,77,554 is the total number of covid cases till date in India .