Officials worry as more people let guard down

Many COVID-positive persons are stepping out of home, says DPH

After the devastating second wave of COVID-19 pandemic, social media platforms were awash with precautionary notes about preventing further outbreaks. And there is a good chance that you came across this message: “The first time, it was a mistake. The second time, it was a choice. The third time, it will be a decision”. Going by the concerns of Health officials over people’s casual attitude with regard to safety norms, it just might be a matter of time before teh situation spirals out of control again. Large scale gatherings are back with people visiting family members and friends, and even taking part in festive celebrations. More alarming is the fact that even COVID-positive persons are ignoring isolation norms and stepping out of their homes, as revealed by Director of Public Health G. Srinivasa Rao. Besides indicating recklessness of a few people, the senior official stressed on the importance of masking up to stay safe. He also said that, in future, only those who are vaccinated might be allowed into hotels and shopping malls.