Central team reviews COVID-19 situation in Arunachal Pradesh

ITANAGAR: A two-member central team arrived at Arunachal Pradesh capital to review the COVID-19 preparedness of the state government and interact with the healthcare workers.

The team, comprising Patna AIIMS Pulmonary Medicine Associate Professor Dr Somesh Thakur and Kolkata-based AIIH and PH Professor Dr Sanjay Sadhukhan have arrived at the capital as directed by the Centre.

During his visit at  the Dedicated Covid hospital (DCH) in Chimpu, Dr Thakur said that the second wave arrived late in the NE states, compared to the rest of the country.

“There could be various reasons for it. However, the cases are continuing to rise and this is worrying,” said Dr Thakur.

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He said the number of active COVID-19 cases is very high in the state, considering the percentage of population. “This has exceeded the national average.

"It is a matter of concern and the central government is worried. That is why we have sent help to the state government,” he added.

“The state machinery is doing good and the situation is under control for now. Of all, the pace of vaccination is quite good. It is proven that vaccines have reduced hospitalization and help to fight severe cases. This will definitely aid if the third wave hits the state,” said the doctor.

State Surveillance Officer Dr Lobsang Jampa, who accompanied the central team, informed that the team visited TRIHMS, the TrueNat lab and the DCH.

“Besides these visits, the central team has been interacting with the officials of the health department, right from secretary to bottom level. There have been a lot of discussions, focusing on the pros and cons. The team also interacted with doctors and gave valuable inputs,” said Dr Jampa.

After taking stock of the hospitals and labs, Dr Thakur expressed satisfaction with the preparedness of the state government in tackling the rising cases.

The Central government had earlier directed multi-disciplinary teams visit states reporting high number of COVID-19 cases.

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