November 21, 2024

BENGALURU EXPRESS

Truth Triumphs

Third wave tackled effectively, BBMP Chief

Having tackled the third wave effectively the aim should be to face probable upcoming waves of the Covid-19 pandemic, said BBMP Chief Commissioner Gaurav Gupta.

Addressing a virtual meeting, today with expert committee, he appreciated the efforts of all the staff in tackling and containing the corona virus.

With the help of active mobile triage units (MTUs), Tele triaging and the Doctors and staff, around 3000+ covid infected persons are being triaged at their home everyday.

Covid-19 cases are declining. We have to be future ready to face any situation, if any. Honest efforts were put for the eradication of fear among the general public.

Vaccinatons, precaution dose vaccination is also expected to reach the target soon, he said.

During the month of January, covid admissions contributed to just 1.8% active cases. Majority of admissions were in the age group of 60+. It has been instructed to closely monitor ICU admissions. Critical bed admissions samples will be sent for genomic sequence. At present, all such samples are closely monitored, the Chief Commissioner said.

BBMP Special Commissioner Dr Trilok Chandra, Chief Health Officer Dr Balasundar, members of the BBMP Covid 19 expert committee and others were present in the meeting.

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