surge in Covid cases in the country. But in relief, the infection is supposedly milder in nature and may not lead to a rise in hospitalization rate as Indians have likely developed hybrid immunity due to vaccination and natural exposure to the disease.
The Centre, however, has urged people to wear masks in crowded places and complete their vaccination doses. The health ministry has directed states and union territories to follow a risk assessment-based approach to prevent and contain the infection.
The ministry has advised state governments to examine the covid-19 situation at the micro level (district and sub-districts) and maintain focus on the implementation of necessary measures for prompt and effective management of covid-19 duly ensuring effective compliance..