As the coronavirus trend in India sees a downward graph in terms of fresh as well as active cases, a government-appointed panel has recommended that no fresh lockdowns should be imposed at district or state levels. "No fresh lockdowns should be imposed on district or state level to contain the spread of COVID-19 unless there is an imminent danger of healthcare facilities being overwhelmed," said a government-appointed committee chaired by IIT Hyderabad professor M Vidyasagar. New coronavirus cases and deaths have declined in last three weeks, said the chief of expert panel coordinating efforts to tackle pandemic VK Paul, also a member of Niti Aayog. "We cannot rule out possible second wave of coronavirus infections in India in winter season," Paul added. In a reassuring remark, Paul said that the country has enough resources to deliver the COVID-19 vaccine once it is made available.

Source: dna October 19, 2020 02:37 UTC