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Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will be in Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal today Virtual review of Covid-19 situation, public health preparedness and response to Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 in states and Chhattisgarh 3pm.

Earlier Friday, Mandaviya held a high-level meeting with southern states and Texas health ministers and highlighted e-Sanjeevani, teleconsultation, monitoring home quarantines and increasing RTPCR in states reporting a low percentage of testing.

State Health Ministers participating in the high level review meeting included Dr K Sudhakar (Karnataka), Dr Veena George (Kerala), Ma Subramaniam (Tamil Nadu) and Thanneeru Harish Rao (Telangana) ).

He also asked states to speed up the pace of vaccination for the 15-17 age group and for those with a second dose due.

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Earlier, he held a high-level meeting with nine northern states and UT and advised them to send Covid testing and vaccination data in a timely manner.

The federal health minister also said testing should be ramped up in states where testing has declined.

He also advised states and UT to ensure effective monitoring of those in home isolation in accordance with national guidelines.

“This will ensure that vulnerable people in home isolation get the medical help they need in a timely manner,” he said.

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Mandaviya said, based on our past experience, “test-trace-treat-vaccination and adherence to Covid-appropriate behaviour” and monitoring of cases remain critical to Covid management. The federal health secretary also urged states and UT to adopt the hub and speak teleconsultation model.

Mandaviya also urged the nine States and UTs to review and expedite the implementation of activities under the India Covid-19 Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Package: Phase-II (ECRP-II package) for strengthening the health infrastructure, an amount of ₹23,123 Crores which was approved by Union Cabinet in view of the second wave of the pandemic.

“Ministers of Health and national authorities are filling the existing gaps by effectively using the approved amounts for various infrastructure projects. By strengthening the health infrastructure, we can better respond to any health emergency and public health crisis,” he added.

Complete News Source : Hindustan Times

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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