The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India has reported a decrease in COVID cases since yesterday. As of February 13, 2022 (8:00 IST), there has been a total of 30,201 new cases reported across India.
Kerala has not reported any number at this time. Maharashtra registered 4,359 cases, and Karnataka stands at 3,202 cases at this time. Today’s number is lower than yesterday’s and below the 200,000 mark that was previously reported.
This is the seventh day that the cases have fallen below 100,000. Despite the decrease in cases, public precaution is still advised. Social Distancing, vaccination, and wearing masks is still recommended.
There are also new rules regarding all foreign arrivals. The new guidelines will come into effect from Monday, February 14, the Union Health Ministry said. The new measures include a few things. They must fill out a self-declaration form (available at the Air Suvidha web portal), including a travel history of the past 14 days. They must also upload a negative RT-PCR test that was conducted within 72 hours of the travel date. Alternatively, they can also upload a certificate confirming they have received both vaccine doses. This option, however, is only available for passengers arriving from 72 countries whose vaccination programs the Indian government recognizes as part of a reciprocal program.
“Airlines (will) allow boarding (of) only those passengers who have filled in all the information in the self-declaration form… and uploaded the negative RT-PCR test report or COVID-19 vaccination certificate…” the Health Ministry has said. Only asymptomatic passengers will be allowed to board, and Covid-appropriate behavior, including the use of face masks and practicing of social distancing, must be followed during the flight.