08 May 2021 / 22:17 H. Pix for representational purpose only. PUTRAJAYA: Malaysians have been advised to take heed of the Covid-19 tsunami in India, and avoid a similar situation from occurring here, by strictly complying with the standard operating procedures (SOP) set by the government. Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said the sharp increase in the number of cases in India came following the government’s decision to loosen movement restrictions on March 7, after bringing the pandemic under control. “Following the announcement, many in the country did not comply with the SOP when the flexibility was given. Gatherings have taken place at beaches, at religious ceremonies and at weddings.