NEW DELHI: Expressing concern that mass congregations may transmit infectious diseases, including Covid, the Centre has asked states to ensure that people are asymptomatic and fully vaccinated to attend yatras and religious gatherings.
In a letter to the states, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said if need be, these states should launch vaccination drives, including the administration of booster doses to all eligible people at least a fortnight in advance for those planning to join. The Centre’s directions came as the country saw a spike in Covid cases.