The Omicron variant was first detected in southern Africa and since then has spread to nearly two dozen countries. The Indian government has already implemented strict measures for international travellers.
"Two cases of Omicron variant have been reported in the country so far. Both cases are from Karnataka," Lav Agarwal, joint secretary, Union health ministry, said at a press briefing today (2), adding that the patients have not reported any severe symptoms so far.
"All primary contacts and secondary contacts of both the cases have been traced and are being tested," Agarwal further said. (Hindustan Times)
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