Health Ministry says there are no confirmed Ebola cases in India but calls for vigilance among recent travellers from affected countries
India has issued a fresh public health advisory amid growing global concern over the Ebola virus, urging travellers arriving from affected countries to isolate themselves if they develop symptoms associated with the disease.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said there were currently no confirmed Ebola cases in the country. However, it advised individuals who have travelled from, or transited through, Ebola-affected nations within the past 21 days to remain alert for symptoms and seek medical assistance if necessary.
According to the advisory, anyone experiencing fever, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea or unexplained bleeding after recent travel to an affected country should immediately self-isolate and notify local health authorities.
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The ministry also highlighted the importance of early reporting, stating that prompt action can help save lives and prevent further transmission
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Members of the public requiring assistance or information have been advised to contact the national health helpline on 1075
The latest advisory follows the government’s recent recommendation against non-essential travel to several countries experiencing Ebola outbreaks, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan.
Concerns over a possible Ebola case in India emerged in recent weeks after a traveller returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo was suspected of carrying the virus. However, Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya confirmed that laboratory tests returned negative results.
He urged the public not to panic and to avoid spreading rumours, stressing that official updates from health authorities remain the most reliable source of information.
Health officials continue to monitor the global Ebola situation closely while maintaining that India remains free of confirmed cases. Authorities have emphasised that public awareness, early detection and timely reporting are key measures in preventing any potential spread of the disease.
