Nipah Virus Shocks North 24 Parganas: Health Workers Infected, Panic in Barasat

• Two male nurses in Barasat, North 24 Parganas, tested positive for Nipah virus at Kalyani AIIMS.
• Neither infected individual has a history of out-of-state travel, but recently visited Purba Bardhaman.
• The state and central governments have been informed; samples will be re-tested in Delhi.
• State government initiated contact tracing and is providing treatment assistance for the infected nurses.
• Public advised against panic, urged to avoid fruits with bite marks and seek medical help for symptoms.

Why It Matters: Nipah virus detected in health workers in Barasat, sparking concern and prompting state action.