Ensure adequate buffer stock of medical oxygen: Centre to states

The Union Health Ministry said the scenario calls for immediate measures by states and UTs to ensure optimal availability of medical oxygen at all health facilities.

Noting the "significant surge" in Covid-19 cases in the country, the Centre on Wednesday wrote to all states and UTs urging them to direct departments concerned to ensure adequate buffer stock of medical oxygen for at least 48 hours and reinvigorate oxygen control rooms.

The Union Health Ministry said the emerging scenario calls for immediate measures by states and UTs to ensure optimal availability of medical oxygen at all health facilities.