"Be Watchful, Next 3 Months Important": NITI Aayog Member's Advice To Delhi

COVID-19: Niti Aayog member Dr Paul said that unlock activity in Delhi could lead to an increase in cases.

Niti Aayog member V K Paul has told the Delhi government to remain watchful as the next three months are important and unlocking activities can lead to an increase in coronavirus cases. At a meeting of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) on July 9, he also suggested that the city government consult the Centre before imposing any travel restrictions in the capital. Dr Paul said that "unlock activity could lead to an increase in cases, though at present the positivity rate of cases is at its lowest point", according to the minutes of the meeting made public on July 20. "The next three months are important; we need to be watchful," the Niti Aayog member of health said.