Omicron Reaches Meghalaya : 5 Cases Reported

At least five cases of omicron are detected in Meghalaya, aforesaid sources from the state health department. As per sources, 2 cases are from East Khasi Hills and another two  from RI Bhoi whereas the fifth case is reportedly that of a traveller from Assam.

it's nonetheless to be illustrious whether or not anybody of the suspected cases have travel history.

The Meghalaya health department is yet to issue a political candidate statement on the event however the DHS has knowledgeable that the 5 cases are confirmed.

this can be the largest detection of letter cases at one move into the Northeast. The lone case reportable from the region up to now is that the one from Manipur wherever a Tanzania returnee had tested positive earlier last month.

it should be mentioned that solely yesterday, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma had proclaimed the re-imposition of restrictions within the state together with night curfew and ban on mass gatherings. The odd-even formula for personal vehicles is additionally being introduced. However, with reports of omicron cases being detected returning in, a lot of restrictions might get on the cards.

it should be mentioned that omicron cases have nearly touched the 2000 mark and therefore the overall daily Covid cases also are seeing a major surge with every passing day. Amid this, the detection of omicron cases within the region might cause a surge in infections.