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No cause for concern over Covid in UP: Yogi

Lucknow, May 21 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday reassured the public that there is no immediate cause for concern in the state, however, he emphasised that, given the global context, vigilance and precaution remain essential.
While reviewing the current status of Covid-19 in UP in light of the emerging global and national concerns surrounding the latest JN.1 subvariant, the CM said that the central government has issued no new advisory regarding COVID-19.
Still, considering the rising number of JN.1 cases in Thailand, Singapore, and Hong Kong, he stressed the need for continued surveillance in Uttar Pradesh. He directed all medical colleges, district hospitals, and health units across the state to remain on high alert and be fully prepared to handle any potential emergency.
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