Full arrangements to handle COVID situation, says U.P. government

Uttar Pradesh government ensures preparedness for COVID-19 surge, focusing on oxygen plants and hospitals, as cases rise nationwide.

Uttar Pradesh government on Wednesday (June 11, 2025) said that full arrangements had been made to handle the COVID cases in the state. Speaking to the media U.P. Deputy CM and Health Minister Brajesh Pathak added all necessary preparations had been made for oxygen plants and activating hospitals across the state. 

“There is no need to panic. Analysts have observed it is limited to cold and fever. Only serious patients and the elderly need to be cautious. Our government made full arrangements to tackle the situation. Major reviews to check preparedness are being conducted at every level. we have ensured all necessary preparations in oxygen plants and hospitals,” said Mr. Pathak, in Lucknow, speaking to the media.

Last month, U.P. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also conducted review of the health department issuing directions to step up preparedness in case of any spike in cases. 

Earlier on May 28, the state government issued an order to keep more than 2,000 employees who worked during the previous COVID time in permanent service with government hospitals directed to accommodate them on priority basis. Covid cases are on the rise across the country with India reported 6,815 active COVID-19 cases, dated June 10..