Odisha on Friday reported as many as 17 new Covid-19 cases. It was after a gap of almost three to four months that the State recorded Covid positive cases in double digits.
Now, the total Covid-19-positive tally in the State stands at 73, informed Public Health Director Niranjan Mishra.
One of the patients is currently undergoing treatment at hospital. The Health Department asked people not to panic or spread fear among others as 17 positive cases were found out of test of as many as 5,647 samples in the 24 hours.
Mishra said, “Not only Odisha but there is also a rise in Covid-19 cases across India. Especially States like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Rajasthan have reported a spike in the cases.”
“We have directed all the districts to increase Covid-19 tests and spread awareness. People, who show symptoms of influenza or cold, cough and fever, should immediately get themselves tested,” he said.
“Compared to other States, the overall situation in Odisha is good. We are also doing more tests. Districts are trying to increase the number of tests. The situation is under control now.”
“There is no cluster outbreak now. Things will be out of control if there is a cluster outbreak in some village or someplace in Odisha. Moreover, 17 of those who tested positive are doing fine while only one of them is currently undergoing treatment at hospital,” Mishra added.
He urged people to follow the necessary Covid-19 protocols like wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, washing hands and not spitting anywhere.
Odisha reports 17 Covid cases in 24 hours
Saturday, 25 March 2023 | AK SAHOO
| BHUBANESWAR
Odisha reports 17 Covid cases in 24 hours
Saturday, 25 March 2023 | AK SAHOO | BHUBANESWAR