Coronavirus Outbreak: Govt issues directions on quarantine process
NATIONAL | MARCH 23, 2020:
The Central government on Monday issued a slew of directions on quarantining for asymptomatic and symptomatic people in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
The total number of confirmed Covid-19 cases in India stands at 415, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Seven people have succumbed to the virus till now.
The government has directed that an asymptomatic person with a travel history of the affected areas will remain in home quarantine for 14 days from the day of exposure.
The government has also warned that no person, institution or organisation, will use print, electronic or social media, for dissemination of any information without ascertaining the facts.
Prior clearance by the Director of Health Services, the Director of Medical Education and Research, or the Collector will be required.
The empowered officers can penalise any person, institution, or organisation found violating this provision.