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By Fan Anqi Published: Apr 21, 2021 08:46 PM
A healthcare worker collects a swab from an auto rickshaw driver for a COVID-19 test on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, on March 25, 2021. Photo:Xinhua
As India faces a surge in COVID-19 fueled by a double mutant coronavirus variant, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday warned the country of being hit by a storm as new infections exceeded 290,000 on Tuesday, with the country s social healthcare system on the brink of collapse.
At least six countries and regions including the US, UK, New Zealand, and China s Hong Kong Special Administrative Region have slapped travel bans on people coming from India, or strongly advised against visiting the country. Chinese experts reassured that as long as testing and quarantine measures are strictly ensured for international arrivals, Chinese don t need to worry about the spike in the neighboring country.
Travel to India during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go
If you’re planning to travel to India, here’s what you’ll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the coronavirus pandemic.
The basics
India swiftly closed its borders at the start of the pandemic, banning all scheduled international flights in March 2020.
Tourists are still banned, though those traveling on other visas from the continents of Europe, Africa and South America are now allowed, along with travelers from other destinations who meet strict criteria.
What’s on offer
The question is: What
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