Health secy reviews Ebola preparedness with states, says no case in India so far
The Indian health secretary reviewed the country's preparedness for Ebola Virus Disease with state officials, confirming that no cases have been reported in India. The government has strengthened surveillance and response measures following the WHO's declaration of Ebola as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Citizens are advised to remain calm and follow health authorities' updates.
- ▪Health secretary Punya Salila Srivastava held a meeting with health secretaries from all states and Union Territories to discuss Ebola preparedness.
- ▪The health ministry confirmed that no cases of Ebola have been reported in India so far.
- ▪India is enhancing its surveillance and preparedness measures as a precautionary response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
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Health secy reviews Ebola preparedness with states, says no case in India so farThe health secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava, discussed the measures with health secretaries of all states and Union Territories.Published on: May 20, 2026 11:12 PM ISTBy Rhythma Kaul, New DelhiShare viaCopy link Union health secretary held a high-level review meeting with the states on Wednesday to assess preparedness and response measures regarding the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), according to people familiar with the matter.During the meeting, states and UTs were advised to ensure readiness at all levels.The health secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava, discussed the measures with health secretaries of all states and Union Territories.The health ministry reiterated that no case of EVD has been reported in India…
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