Bihar govt cancels leave of doctors in view of Coronavirus outbreak

Bihar government has cancelled leaves of doctors and staff of health officials in view of the Coronavirus outbreak. Health Minister Mangal Pandey said those who have gone on leave have been instructed to join duty. He said the strict vigil is being maintained along Indo Nepal border to check entry of Coronavirus affected people in the state.

Bihar government has also ordered the closure of all educational institutions including government and



private schools, colleges and coaching institutes till March 31 in view of Coronavirus outbreak. However, CBSE examination will be held as per schedule.

These decisions were taken in a high-level meeting which was chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Later talking to reporters Chief Secretary Deepak Kumar said all government programs have been cancelled where there is likely to be gathering.