PATNA: Patna civil surgeon (CS) Dr Vibha Singh on Thursday said officials concerned have been asked to ramp up Covid tests in Dhanarua, Bihta and Paliganj in Patna district following slight increase in Covid cases in these areas.
“The number of RT-PCR tests will be increased in these areas and contact tracing will also be done,” Dr Singh said.
She appealed to people to wear masks and move out only when it is urgent.
The move came after the number of Covid-19 cases saw a slight increase in the district in the last few days.
For instance, Patna registered 71 new Covid-19 cases on Wednesday against just 34 on June 16.
However, on Thursday, the district reported 39 cases.
On June 22, the district had reported 55 new cases.
State IMA senior vice-president Dr Ajay Kumar said, “With easing of relaxations, there will be some increase in the number of cases.
People should not panic and continue to maintain Covid-appropriate behaviour to stay safe,” Dr Kumar said.
Dr Kumar, however, expressed concern over crowding at vegetable and fruit markets.
“Vegetables and fruits should be pre-packed so that people spend least time in these markets,” he added.