In light of the increasing COVID-19 cases in several countries, the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has issued an advisory for the safety of the travellers. Starting from 10 AM on 24th December, a subsection of 2% of the total passengers in each international flight will undergo random testing post their arrival at the airport.
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Such travellers, preferably from different countries, will be identified by the respective airlines. They will be allowed to leave the airport premises after submitting their samples.
See the official circular here:
Covid19 | MoCA to ensure 2% of the total passengers in a flight undergo Covid tests at the airport on arrival; Such passengers to be identified by the airline, will be allowed to leave the airport after giving sample. Samples testing positive will be sent for genome sequencing. pic.twitter.com/umEB34Y6Ep
— ANI (@ANI) December 22, 2022
The Indian Medical Association has advised the citizens to use face masks, sanitizers, maintain social distancing, and get vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible.
Refer to our COVID Guidelines tracker to know the travel rules for various countries.
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