- By Sahelee Rakshit
- Wed, 28 May 2025 12:20 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Covid-19 In Karnataka: Karnataka Minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil has directed state-run medical colleges and hospitals, doctors, and healthcare professionals to be ready to manage an increase in COVID-positive cases as the number of COVID cases in the nation continues to climb. However, he said that Karnataka's COVID problem is under control.
"There is no reason for the public to panic as the state government has taken all necessary precautionary measures," said Dr Sharan Prakash Patil, minister for medical education, skill development, livelihood, and Raichur district in-charge.
When asked about COVID-19 preparation in Bengaluru, the minister reassured residents, stating, "COVID cases are increasing daily, but there is no need for undue concern." "Pregnant women should use masks. The government is fully prepared. People should also cooperate with us," he stated.
He suggested that students who show fever, cold, or cough symptoms should not be sent to school as classes would resume after summer break. Parents should be notified and the child be brought home right away if symptoms appear while the child is at school.
"We must conduct testing for all SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Infection) cases. I've held meetings with directors of all medical education hospitals. We've arranged labs and testing will be done across four divisions. Instructions have been given to collect data on oxygen beds and ventilators," he said.
The minister recommended pregnant women and senior citizens to use masks in crowded areas due to the potential increase in COVID cases that is anticipated in Bengaluru and throughout Karnataka. Children who exhibit signs of the flu or cold should not go to school.