Written By: Satata Karmakar | Updated : May 17, 2022 4:21 PM IST
Asymptomatic transmission rate of COVID-19 is two-thirds less than symptomatic transmission
COVID-19 cases in India are increasing on a daily basis, giving experts hints about a possible fourth wave. Taking cognizance of the current situation, the government has revised its surveillance strategy. According to the latest statement, the government will only conduct selective 6-8 lakh RT-PCR tests per day for OPD patients who are showing symptoms of flu. Apart from this take a look at the highlights of the revised COVID surveillance strategy.
Speaking to the media, a government official requesting anonymity said that RT-PCR testing will be a selective procedure now. "We need to understand the pattern, variation and transmission rate of the COVID virus. The current strategy will focus mainly on keeping a close check on the pattern of transmission of the virus," the official who wanted to remain unnamed was quoted as saying.
Talking about the reason behind conducting fewer COVID tests, the official also said that this way there will be fewer chances of people contracting the deadly virus.
The daily rise in new coronavirus infections fell below 2,000 after 28 days taking India's tally of COVID-19 cases to 4,31,25,370, while the active cases dipped to 16,400, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. According to the data, a total of 1,579 new Covid cases were reported in a span of 24 hours and the death toll climbed to 5,24,260 with 19 fresh fatalities.
(With inputs from agencies)
