In response to the growing threat of the Ebola virus, the Government of India has turned to technology. Following the World Health Organization's (WHO) declaration of Ebola as a public health emergency, the 'Air Suvidha 2.0' portal has been launched in India. This digital platform aims to prevent the dangerous virus from entering the country through high-tech tracking.
Ebola is spreading rapidly in countries like Congo and Uganda, where it has already caused numerous fatalities. The government has taken this immediate step with this situation in mind.
What is the Air Suvidha 2.0 portal?
Air Suvidha 2.0 is an online system developed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. It is now mandatory for all foreign nationals and Indians arriving from abroad to fill out an online self-declaration form on this portal.
What details must be filled in this digital form?
Travelers are required to provide accurate information on the portal so that the government can assess risk levels based on the data:
21-day travel history: Travelers must disclose the countries they have visited in the last 21 days.
Medical details: Travelers must report if they have a fever or any symptoms associated with Ebola.
How to use the portal?
Travelers must complete this online process before boarding their flight to India:
Timing: The form must be filled out at least 24 hours before the journey begins.
Direct link: Travelers can access the form via this official link: https://airsuvidha.civilaviation.gov.in/
Airport checks: After submitting the form online, travelers must present the digital or printed form to health and immigration officers upon arrival at the Indian airport. Entry into India will be granted only after this step.
How will this technology help contain the virus?
The Air Suvidha 2.0 portal operates on real-time data sharing. When a traveler fills out the online form, their data is transmitted directly to the health and immigration systems at Indian airports. This digital tracking enables officials to know in advance which passengers are arriving from high-risk zones.
This reduces congestion at the airport and allows for the immediate identification of suspected passengers for screening or medical examination. This effective use of technology will prove to be a powerful tool in keeping Ebola out of India.
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