Need dynamic strategy to deal with Covid-19, says PM Narendra Modi

Tells officials to assess data on children, ensure rural India is free of Covid

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the methods and strategies in dealing with the pandemic should be dynamic as the virus is an expert in mutation, and told district officials to ensure that rural India is Covid-free. 

Modi also told officials to keep a close watch and gather data on infections among youth and children in order to prepare for the future. During the second wave there are concerns being raised for youth and children due to virus mutations. “Analyse this data as it will help make future strategy,” the PM said.

He said there was a need to use local