Will HMPV virus affect Delhi Assembly elections? Election Commission became alert

hMPV Virus Effect On Delhi Elections: Assembly elections are going to be held in the country’s capital Delhi. A political atmosphere has been created regarding this and the Election Commission can announce the election dates any time. Amidst all this, 5 cases of HMPV virus spread in China have also been reported in India. In such a situation, the question is arising whether this virus will affect Delhi elections also.

The Central Election Commission is also alert about the continuously emerging cases and has also discussed with the election officials. According to sources, the Central Election Commission discussed with the officials associated with Delhi elections keeping in mind the case of HMPV virus found in the country. The Commission can consult the Health Ministry on virus prevention and precautions. The Commission can discuss with the Ministry the 3 cases found in the country and the current situation.

So will elections be held in the conditions of Covid-19 period?

After taking information from the Union Health Ministry about the seriousness of the virus and the increasing cases, if the Election Commission finds it necessary, then the conditions imposed during the Covid-19 virus will be implemented along with the announcement of Delhi Legislative Assembly elections, during publicity and voting. Can be done. But all these decisions will be considered only after the meeting with the Health Secretary.

How were the elections held during the Corona period?

It is noteworthy that the numbers in rallies were limited during Covid-19. Also all precautions were implemented. However, in the meantime, it is also important to make it clear that according to the information revealed so far, the HMPV virus is not as dangerous as Covid-19 and there is no need to panic about it. For this reason, whatever decision the Central Election Commission takes will be taken after keeping all the aspects in mind and after talking to experts.

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