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Odisha Confirms No Nipah Virus Cases Yet
19 Jan
Summary
- Odisha reports no Nipah virus cases or symptoms detected.
- State government is prepared to handle potential Nipah virus situations.
- Active surveillance is ongoing in Odisha, especially border districts.
Odisha's Health Minister, Mukesh Mahaling, has announced that the state has recorded no cases or symptoms of the Nipah virus, urging residents not to panic. The minister conveyed that the state government is fully prepared to address any Nipah virus-related situation. He assured the public that active surveillance measures are in place, with particular attention given to districts bordering West Bengal. These efforts are part of a comprehensive strategy to ensure public safety.
The health department has conducted multiple meetings with officials and maintains continuous communication with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This proactive approach aims to swiftly identify and manage any potential threat. The minister reiterated the importance of remaining calm while vigilance is upheld across the state.
Meanwhile, in West Bengal, where suspected cases have emerged, Governor CV Ananda Bose stressed the priority of containing and eradicating the virus. The Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare has deployed a National Joint Outbreak Response Team to aid West Bengal's containment efforts, highlighting a coordinated national response.
