By The Sampadak Express
Delhi Health Department Urges Covid Readiness
In light of a rise in Covid-19 cases in several countries, the Delhi government has issued a precautionary advisory to all healthcare institutions across the city. The directive urges hospitals to remain prepared with adequate beds, oxygen supply, medicines, and vaccines.
The advisory follows reports of increasing Covid-19 infections in countries such as China, Thailand, and Singapore. In response, Delhi’s Health Department has instructed all hospitals to ensure the functionality of essential medical equipment including ventilators, Bi-PAP machines, oxygen concentrators, and PSA (Pressure Swing Adsorption) oxygen plants.
Positive Samples to Undergo Genome Sequencing
Additionally, the government has mandated that all positive Covid samples be sent to Lok Nayak Hospital for genome sequencing. Health facilities are also required to submit daily updates of key Covid-related parameters to the Delhi State Health Data Management Portal.
Covid-19 Situation Across India
While the Covid-19 situation in India remains largely under control, mild infections have been detected in several states. As per data from the Union Health Ministry, 257 active cases were reported nationwide as of Wednesday. Kerala leads with 95 cases, followed by Tamil Nadu (66) and Maharashtra (56). Other affected regions include Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Haryana, Karnataka, West Bengal, and Puducherry.
In Haryana, four new mild cases were reported on Friday. Health Minister Arti Singh Rao reassured the public that the patients are under home observation and the situation is being closely monitored. “There is no cause for panic,” she said.
Health Ministry Holds High-Level Review Meeting
A high-level review meeting held on May 19, chaired by the Director General of Health Services and attended by representatives from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Emergency Medical Relief division, Disaster Management Cell, ICMR, and major central government hospitals, assessed the situation.
Officials concluded that the current Covid-19 scenario in India remains stable, with all reported cases being mild and not requiring hospitalisation. As of May 19, the number of active cases across the country stood at 257 a notably low figure given India’s vast population.
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