‘Low risk, travel curbs not needed’: WHO assesses Nipah virus cases in India

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:01:01 +0000
India

The World Health Organisation has reassured the public about India's latest Nipah virus outbreak, stating the risk of spread remains low and no travel restrictions are needed. Two nurses in West Bengal tested positive, but extensive contact tracing found no further cases. The WHO considers national, regional, and global risks low, though sub-national risk in West Bengal is moderate.