The Indian Government issued guidelines after a massive outbreak of the Wuhan Virus, also known as the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in China.
On the 24th of December, Saturday, the Union Home Ministry and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued strict rules, including mandatory face masks and strict COVID-19 checking at International airports, especially for people flying from China. The Union Home Minister asked for random 2% checking of international passengers starting today, the 24th of December, 2022.
It is to be noted, China is facing the worst COVID-19 outbreak with over 37 million people infected with COVID-19 infection every day. In the past 20 days, 18% Chinese population, approximately 248 million people are said to have contracted the deadly Wuhan virus, making it worse. In addition, other nations like Brazil, South Korea, Japan, the United States of America and the United Kingdom are also witnessing a rise in COVID-19 cases, raising serious concerns.
It is to be noted, on the 23rd of December, the World Health Organisation, issued a warning and confirmed approximately 8,000 to 10,000 deaths due to COVID-19, in one week, across the globe.
Taking seriously considering the current situation of the Wuhan Virus, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led Government issued strict warnings, especially during winter. In addition, the festive mode of Christmas and New Year celebrations could also be a reason, leading to a surge in COVID-19 cases. Although India is currency reporting single day COVID-19 cases in hundreds, the Union Health Minister asked the citizens of India to be cautious and follow all the COVID-19 precautions including social distancing and mask wearing.
Meanwhile, as of now, India has 3,397 active cases, 44142791 recovered/discharged cases and 530691 deceased cases due to COVID-19.
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