Resurgence of COVID cases in Ballari is causing concern among the residents, especially in the mining region. The Jindal Steel Factory, a prominent entity in the area, is now grappling with the reappearance of the virus.
Two employees at Jindal, who recently arrived from another state, have tested positive for the JN.1 Corona Virus. The infected individuals were promptly placed under home quarantine and are receiving treatment. Health department officials are diligently gathering their travel history to trace the source of the infection.
As part of precautionary measures, all contacts of the affected individuals have been advised to undergo testing. Presently, they are undergoing treatment involving Azithromycin, vitamin C, and multivitamins, according to District Surgeon Dr. Basareddy, who shared this exclusive information with Public TV. The health authorities are actively compiling the travel history of the two Jindal employees who contracted the virus from outside the state.