The ministry has issued a precautionary advisory for individuals who have travelled from or transited through Ebola-affected countries within the past 21 days. Such individuals have been urged to remain vigilant and closely monitor their health for symptoms associated with the disease.
Authorities have specifically warned that symptoms including fever, headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, and unexplained bleeding require immediate self-isolation and prompt reporting to local health authorities. The ministry has further advised the public to seek guidance and assistance through its 24-hour national health helpline at 1075.
Health officials have stressed that early reporting of symptoms remains critical for timely medical intervention and for preventing any potential spread of infection. The ministry reiterated that there are currently no confirmed Ebola cases in India, while urging both travellers and healthcare providers to maintain strict vigilance and adhere to established public health protocols.
In parallel, India has dispatched a second tranche of medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, aimed at strengthening the ongoing response to the Ebola outbreak in Africa. The consignment includes protective equipment, diagnostic and monitoring tools, medicines, and nutritional supplements, collectively weighing 43 tonnes.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated on social media platform X that India has sent the second batch of assistance to Africa CDC, expressing confidence that the supplies will enhance public health preparedness and strengthen Ebola response capacities across the African continent.
Earlier, on May 24, India had dispatched the first tranche of urgent medical supplies and protective kits to Africa CDC, reaffirming its commitment to supporting affected regions during the public health emergency.
On May 29, the Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that India remained prepared to continue assistance to affected countries and Africa CDC. The medical supplies were formally handed over by the Indian High Commissioner in Uganda, Upender Singh Rawat, to the Africa CDC office.
On May 31, Africa CDC acknowledged and welcomed India’s emergency medical assistance, expressing gratitude for New Delhi’s support amid the worsening Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The World Health Organization had earlier declared the ongoing Ebola situation in the region a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on May 17.
Ebola is a severe and often fatal disease transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids, contaminated materials, or infected animals, with symptoms ranging from fever, vomiting, and diarrhoea to severe internal and external bleeding in advanced cases.
The combined domestic vigilance and international humanitarian assistance underscore India’s dual approach of safeguarding national public health while contributing to global epidemic response efforts.
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