Bhubaneswar, Dec. 24 -- With the BF.7-driven Covid-19 surge across the globe setting the alarm bells ringing, the Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry on Saturday wrote to all States and Union Territories (UTs) to ensure a functional and regular supply of medical oxygen for management of the pandemic.

"Medical Oxygen is an important and vital resource in all clinical setting, particularly during pandemic management. Reliable oxygen supply is critical for saving lives during patient care and COVID-19 management," Union Health Ministry said.

In a letter to all states and union territories, Additional Secretary of the Union Health Ministry, Manohar Agnani said the operationalisation and maintenance of medical oxygen is of utmost import...