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Operation Shield” launched by the Delhi State Government

Published: 13th Apr, 2020

Delhi Government announced 'Operation SHIELD' in 21 containment zones to curb the spread of COVID-19 and warned of strict action against those misbehaving with healthcare personnel in the city.

  • Delhi Government announced 'Operation SHIELD' in 21 containment zones to curb the spread of COVID-19 and warned of strict action against those misbehaving with healthcare personnel in the city.
    • S: Under the first 'S' of the operation, the government seals the area immediately and its surroundings after geographical marking following positive cases there.
    • H: In the next stage, the government will put people of sealed areas under home quarantine and then
    • I: In the third stage, the process begins to isolate those who have symptoms of COVID-19 and trace their contacts.
    • E: About 'E' character of 'Operation SHIELD' the government ensures home-delivery of essential items.
    • L: After this stage, the government sanitises such areas where one or two positive cases have been found.
    • D: Under 'D', checking of door-to-door houses is conducted to ascertain whether anybody in containment has cough or any other symptoms of COVID-19.
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