Mysore/Mysuru: With the new COVID variant JN.1 causing scare in Kerala, Mysuru Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra visited Bavali check-post along Kerala border on Mysuru-Manandavadi Road last evening and inspected the precautionary measures taken and the checks being done as directed by the Health Department.
H.D. Kote Taluk Health Officer (THO) Dr. Ravikumar apprised the Deputy Commissioner on the measures and the health checks being conducted on travellers entering Karnataka from Kerala through the Bavali check-post. The THO said that apart from mandatory thermal screening, nasal swab tests and other health checks of travellers from Kerala are being done if found necessary. Also, educative pamphlets that carry messages on symptoms, health precautions and other safety measures are being distributed among the tribals living in Tribal hamlets (Haadis) located on either side of the border.
