Written By: Satata Karmakar | Updated : September 16, 2024 1:06 PM IST
COVID-Like Restrictions In Bengaluru Airport: Quarantine For 21 Days To Mandatory Test Reports
Is this a sign of another pandemic? Amid rising concerns over the first confirmed case of Mpox (Monkeypox) in India, Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), Bengaluru, has stated that all International passengers, especially those who are coming from Mpox hit-nations, will have to follow certain restrictions. In order to heighten its safety protocols to contain Mpox spread in the state, the authorities have mandated that all international travellers, particularly those from affected countries, will now be required to undergo testing and follow a 21-day mandatory quarantine. The decision was prompted by a case detected in Delhi earlier this week, spurring authorities to act swiftly in containing the virus.
According to the reports, KIA has established four testing kiosks dedicated to screening all incoming international travellers. The airport is screening around 2,000 passengers daily as a precautionary measure. A designated officer has been appointed to ensure that the screening, testing, and tracking procedures run efficiently. Speaking to the media, a Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) spokesperson said, "We are fully prepared to comply with all the guidelines issued by health authorities concerning the global Mpox situation." An isolation zone has also been set up at the airport for managing suspected cases, ensuring a rapid response to potential infections.
Mpox, formerly known as Monkeypox is the current global health threat. However, the virus is not new to mankind. Mpox is a pathogen that belongs to the family of RNA viruses. It is known for its high transmission rate and has been causing concern among health experts worldwide. In some rare cases, the patient suffering from Mpox may develop serious health problems.
Mpox symptoms include fever, skin rashes, muscle pain, and severe headaches. Though there is currently no specific treatment for the virus, early detection and isolation remain essential.
In its latest statement, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has stated that Mpox doesn't come along with the threat of turning into a pandemic. However, the global body has urged everyone to follow safety protocols and remain vigilant about the warning signs and symptoms of this virus.
Being highly infectious and with a high transmissibility rate, the Mpox virus can spread rapidly, if proper precautions are not taken. In order to prevent the spread of the Mpox Virus, health authorities recommend practising good hygiene, wearing masks in crowded places, and getting vaccinated when available.
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