India, May 30 -- As Covid-19 cases witnessed a gradual uptick in India, the Union Minister of State for Health and AYUSH (Independent Charge), Prataprao Jadhav, on Friday assured that the Centre is fully prepared to handle any situation that may arise.

"We've reviewed the infrastructure built during the earlier Covid waves, such as oxygen plants and ICU beds, and have already begun preparations. Our health systems are well-equipped and ready to handle any situation that may arise in response to Covid," he said.

The sudden rise in Covid cases prompted the government to boost surveillance, reinforce health protocols, and urge vulnerable populations to stay up to date with vaccinations.

"Both our Central Health Department and the AYUSH Mi...