According to an assessment, the World Health Organization (WHO) designated the new Variant of Concern (VOC) Omicron strain as worldwide ‘high risk’ on Sunday, stating its alterations may provide immunological escape capability and maybe transmissibility advantage.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) declared that it will provide ‘Made in India’ vaccines, vital medications, and medical kits to Omicron-affected Africans.
However, as more countries reported cases of the novel Omicron variety, numerous countries imposed travel restrictions on high-risk countries
Here are the top developments:-
The WHO assessment study mentions the Omicron strain’s numerous alterations as a possible source of additional virus transmission on a worldwide scale. “Depending on these qualities, additional Covid-19 surges may occur, with catastrophic effects depending on a variety of parameters, including where surges may occur. The overall global danger associated with the new VOC Omicron is rated as extremely high “According to the WHO.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed “solidarity” and said that it “stands ready” to support with supplies of ‘Made-in-India’ vaccines, other essential life-saving drugs and medical kits. The MEA in a statement said, “We have noted the emergence of a new variant of Covid-19, Omicron. We express our solidarity with the countries, particularly in Africa, who have so far been affected by the Omicron variant.
After the appearance of the new Omicron strain, Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Monday that the issue is being closely followed in terms of the resumption of commercial international flights. Scindia made the remarks in answer to a Rajya Sabha question.
According to South African doctors:-
The new omicron form is causing a significant surge in Covid-19 cases, but the symptoms are typically mild. According to The Associated Press, Dr. Unben Pillay, a general practitioner in Gauteng province, the instances thus far have been quite mild, with patients reporting flu-like symptoms, dry coughs, fever, night sweats, and a lot of bodily pains.
Russia stated on Monday that its Sputnik V and Light vaccines would most likely work against Omicron and that it was ready to make hundreds of millions of booster injections. “Gamaleya Institute believes Sputnik V and Light will neutralise Omicron because they are more effective than other mutations,” said Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund.
– In the midst of the Omicron panic, Delhi will maintain its test, track, and treat policy, with a special emphasis on monitoring, isolation of positive individuals, contact tracking, and tight enforcement of Covid-appropriate behaviour. The decision was made during a meeting held by Delhi L-G Anil Baijal to review the Covid-19 situation and evolving scenario in light of the Omicron strain.
– New Delhi On Tuesday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will host a review meeting to discuss the potential third wave and hospital preparedness in light of the new Omicron form of Corona.
– One sample of travellers returning from South Africa was discovered to be distinct from the Delta variety in Karnataka. Sudhakar, Karnataka’s Health Minister, stated, “One is noticeably superior, while the other is noticeably different from the Delta type. We’ve sent samples to the Centre’s laboratory. We’re waiting for the final conclusion. On December 1, we will have a clear picture of how the Omicron acts following genome sequencing. As a result, we will take all necessary steps.”
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