‘India monitors increase of COVID-19 cases in Singapore and Hong Kong’

• India has increased vigilance following a rise in COVID-19 cases in Singapore and Hong Kong.

• A review meeting of experts from various sectors was held, revealing a low number of active cases at 257.

• Most cases were mild, requiring no hospitalization.

• The country has a robust system for respiratory viral illnesses surveillance through the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme and the ICMR.

• The Union Health Ministry remains vigilant and proactive in monitoring the situation.

• Preliminary information indicates most cases were mild and not associated with unusual severity or mortality.