NEW DELHI: Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, who joined Christmas celebrations at the Delhi assembly on Saturday evening, said the Delhi government was well prepared to deal with another Covid-19 wave if it struck. He urged people to continue to follow all Covid protocols.
“Delhi government is doing everything in its capacity to keep the Covid situation under control. Ever since the news of the Omicron strain arrived, I have been taking repeated review meetings with all concerned departments so that we are well prepared to deal with the probable threat. It’s also being said that this particular strain is not as dangerous – has mild symptoms but spreads easily. So, there’s no need to stress over it or be afraid,” Kejriwal stated. “We will work together to deal with whatever befalls us as a unit. We were able to tide over the horrors of the second wave and I am sure that we will also be able to control another possible wave with the grace of God,” he added.
Delhi’s vaccination coverage is high and elaborate health facilities have been arranged, which will help the capital avoid any wave, the CM stated. “We found out in the sero survey that 96% people were having antibodies for the coronavirus in Delhi, which reduces the chances of catching the virus significantly. Despite this, in case of a spread, we are prepared with all the resources. We have upgraded our health facilities, including beds, oxygen and medicines, after learning our lesson from all that we had lacked during the second wave. Hence, we are well prepared to deal with another wave if it strikes,” he said.
The event at Delhi assembly saw Christmas carols spread merry all around with traditional Konkani carols being performed by church choirs along with Hindi and English choirs. Kejriwal wished everyone Merry Christmas. He stated that India is a bouquet of religions and cultures, thus, AAP decided to uphold the country’s unique identity by celebrating festivals of all faiths at the Delhi assembly.
Delhi government is preparing to take Christian pilgrims on a government-funded pilgrimage to Velankanni in January 2022 under Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojna.
