Nizamuddin Markaz: 488 People from Assam Traced, 361 Samples Collected

11:36 AM Apr 02, 2020 | G Plus News

GUWAHATI: The state health and family welfare minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that a total of 488 people from Assam who attended the Nizamuddin Markaz in Delhi have been traced, and 361 samples have been collected till now.

He added that samples have been given for COVID-19 testing and a clear picture will emerge only by tomorrow, April 3. 

Till now 16 positive cases have been found for COVID-19 in Assam. The minister added that altogether 951 test have been conducted for coronavirus in the state. 

“Tracing work going on for people who were in touch with suspected covid19 positive people. Our aim is to minimise the impact of the Nizamuddin congregation,” said Sarma.