Two more test positive for Covid-19 Omicron variant in Maharashtra, state total at 10

The duo, from South Africa and US, landed in Mumbai on November 25

A view of the Mumbai airport. Credit: PTI Photo

Two persons who arrived in Mumbai from South Africa and the United States have tested positive for the Omicron variant of Covid-19, taking the total to 10 in Maharashtra.

The two persons — a 37-year-old from Johannesburg in South Africa and his 36-year-old friend from the US — landed in Mumbai on November 25. Both patients have no symptoms and are admitted to the Seven Hills Hospital in Mumbai, said officials.

Both patients have taken Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine, according to officials of the Public Health Department. “Five high-risk and 315 low-risk contacts of both these patients have been traced. Further tracing is currently under way,” officials said.

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Meanwhile, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) stated that vaccination and masks are the two best available preventive options.

The IMA-Maharashtra, the apex body of doctors in the state, is keeping a close watch on the situation.

“We appeal to people in the state to abide by the Covid-specific protocols strictly. We advise strict use of masks, maintain the hygiene and avoid crowding,” Dr Suhas Pingle, President, IMA-Maharashtra State, said.

Dr Pingle appealed to people in the state to complete their vaccination schedule. The IMA team will communicate with the government authorities regarding the emerging situation.

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