NEW DELHI: Expressing concern over the rise in active Covid-19 cases in a few states, including Maharashtra, the Centre on Thursday advised people to be careful and watchful and not lower guard as the pandemic is not yet over.
At a press conference, NITI Aayog member (Health) V K Paul termed the coronavirus situation, especially in Maharashtra, worrisome .
He referred to the lockdown imposed in Nagpur from March 15 to 21 to say, We are reaching a situation where these approaches (to tackle the spread of Covid-19) are being brought back. We are very worried about the rise in cases in Maharashtra. Don t take this virus for granted. It can come up unexpectedly. If we have to remain free of this virus, Covid-appropriate behaviour, containment strategy as well as vaccination has to be brought in, Paul said.