During a secretary-level meeting on the status of COVID-19 in the country, a senior central government official on Monday expressed apprehension that Kumbh could become a "super spreader". This information has been given by the news agency ANI, citing a top source in the government. The source said that the government is concerned about Kumbh and discussed it in a high-level meeting on Monday.
A member involved in the high-level meeting said, "If the government does not decide to end the Kumbh before the scheduled time, it could become a COVID-19 'super spreader'."
Thoughts on spreading awareness with the help of sadhus and religious leaders
"The government is forming a team that, with the help of sadhus and religious leaders, will appeal to pilgrims going to Kumbh to wear masks and observe social distancing," the source told news agency ANI. The source said, "At the same time, the government also suggested that a message should be given through TV and radio. Also, posters should be put up in public places to spread awareness among the people that the epidemic is not over yet.". "
Let us tell you that the Central Government is not considering ending Kumbh before time. The government has also asked the officials for ideas to curb the spread of infection. Sources said that the government plans to carry out a "Mission for Healthy Fear" to ensure that fear of the disease remains among the people. They feel discouraged for rejecting health norms.
Uttarakhand government has issued several guidelines
The Uttarakhand government has already issued a set of guidelines. Under this, people have to strictly follow the COVID-19 norms. Before coming to Kumbh Mela, it will be mandatory for travelers to bring the RT-PCR test report 72 hours in advance, which is negative. The central government has already directed the Uttarakhand government to follow all the stringent measures to control the spread of deadly viruses during Kumbh.
This year, during the Kumbh Mela, there will be three royal baths on 12, 14, and 27 April. Kumbh is held in four different places in India - Nashik, Haridwar, Prayagraj, and Ujjain over four years. Under normal circumstances, Aquarius continues for about four months, but this year the same period has been halted for a month due to the COVID-19 epidemic.
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