surveillance amid growing concerns over the spread of the deadly Ebola virus, with the Union Government deploying medical teams across all international airports and launching strict screening measures for incoming passengers. Authorities confirmed that thermal scanning, health inspections, and symptom-based monitoring are now being carried out round the clock to prevent any possible entry of the virus into the country.
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda chaired a high-level emergency review meeting with senior officials and health experts to assess preparedness and response systems. The Centre clarified that no Ebola case has been detected in India so far, but stressed that the government is taking “zero-risk” precautions to stop any potential outbreak before it begins.
Security and medical vigilance have been significantly intensified at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, where authorities have declared a high alert. Passengers arriving from overseas are undergoing thermal screening and medical examinations, while suspected individuals showing symptoms such as fever, vomiting, fatigue, or weakness are being immediately shifted to isolation facilities for further observation..
Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha stated that no Ebola-positive or suspected patient has been identified in the state so far. However, he confirmed that the state administration has activated all preventive protocols based on the Centre’s emergency guidelines and is closely monitoring international arrivals, particularly from Ebola-affected African nations.
According to health officials, passengers arriving from countries including Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan are undergoing intensive health checks at Hyderabad airport. Dedicated teams comprising doctors, health inspectors, paramedical staff, and field personnel have been deployed to handle screening and emergency response operations at the airport.
Authorities also revealed that 108 ambulance services have been placed on 24/7 emergency standby, while a special 10-bed isolation ward has already been set up at Gandhi Hospital for any suspected Ebola patients. In case of suspected infections, samples will be sent to National Institute of Virology for advanced testing and confirmation as India races to ensure the deadly virus does not breach its borders.
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