As the specter of COVID-19 looms once again over India, West Bengal is not spared from its resurgence. reports have emerged of infections at IIT Kharagpur, alongside a concerning case involving a couple of professors from the Purulia Government medical College. With symptoms ranging from fever to loss of smell, the situation calls for renewed vigilance among the public.
In a troubling development, a student at IIT Kharagpur has tested positive for COVID-19, prompting immediate action from the district health department. The student, exhibiting symptoms such as fever, cough, and anosmia, has been admitted to the BC Roy Hospital on campus. Saumyashankar Shoronghi, the chief health officer of the district, confirmed that all necessary measures are being implemented as per district governance directives. Residents are being urged to wear masks and maintain social distancing to curb the spread of the virus.
Simultaneously occurring, the situation in Purulia is equally alarming, as a couple of professors from the local medical college have also contracted the virus. After returning from a trip to Bengaluru, they began experiencing symptoms like fever and body aches. A rapid antigen test confirmed their COVID-19 status, leading to their isolation within the college campus. This resurgence serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by the virus, urging both authorities and citizens to remain vigilant in their health practices.
