People and the government need to do self assessment over the pandemic updates around the world. The COVID-19 pedantic is not over yet and the world is acting like it is over. Hello, be careful as study shows that the Corona virus is extremely intelligent engineered virus ever in mankind history. We all know that it has eaten millions of lives and numbers are still counting.
Considering the proactivity steps to control spread of new strain (Omicron) of COVID-19 in the nation. The Indian govt. has issued a revised guidelines for international travelers in view of reported cases of new SARS-CoV-2 variant (Omicron) across the world on 28th November 2021. As per latest guidelines all travelers (irrespective of COVID-19 vaccination status) landing India from countries identified as ‘countries at-risk’ to mandatorily undergo post-arrival COVID-19 testing at Airport on Arrival. If found positive in those tests, travellers must undergo isolation and medical treatment as per the COVID-19 protocol. Also, passengers those who found negative upon arrival at International airport will have access to exit but it is compulsory for them to follow strict guidelines of 7 days home isolation.
All the samples of positive passengers will be sent for Whole Genomic Sequencing and also the constant development of SARS-CoV-2 variants (including Omicron) is strongly monitored by INSACOG network laboratories. The B.1.1.529 variant (Omicron) was first found in South Africa and concern details were sent to WHO (World Health Organisation) on 24th Nov. 2021. The Union Ministry of Health’s dedicated team is keeping close look at emerging evidence of variant and mutation of COVID-19.
The Indian government has a big challenge to deal with from this deadly virus. Hence, strict guidelines have to be followed by citizens and travellers like get vaccinations, use hand sanitizer, use face mask, maintain physical distancing and respiratory hygiene). Closely monitor the news and avoid going into big gatherings. Stay healthy and stay safe.
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