Dr Harsh Vardhan, Union Health Minister Warns India Still Far From Achieving Herd Immunity Against Coronavirus; People Should Follow COVID-19 Norms

Indian population is still far from achieving herd immunity against COVID-19 as shown by Indian Council of Medical Research's (ICMR) second Sero Survey, the Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan said on September 27. Dr Harsh Vardhan said that ICMR expert panel is examining reinfection cases. Dr Vardhan discouraged the wide usage of investigational therapies such as remdesivir and plasma therapies. The Union Health Minister dispelled fears regarding the phased opening of schools and advised on proper protocol to be followed while visiting salons and hair-spa.