Centre Launches Nationwide COVID-19 Mock Drill to Test Hospital Preparedness as Active Cases Cross 4,000

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:12am on 05 Jun 2025,Thursday Health & Wellness

On June 5, 2025, the Indian government conducted a comprehensive COVID-19 mock drill across hospitals nationwide to evaluate readiness amid a rise in active cases exceeding 4,000. The exercise focused on testing availability of isolation wards, ICU beds, oxygen support, and ventilators. Officials aimed to identify gaps in healthcare infrastructure and improve response mechanisms to potential future outbreaks. Health authorities reiterated the need for continued vigilance and strict adherence to COVID-appropriate protocols to prevent further spread of the virus. (PC: PTI)

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