New Delhi- A young male patient, who recently returned from a country experiencing active Mpox (monkeypox) transmission, is being investigated as a potential Mpox case. The patient has been placed in isolation at a designated hospital and is currently in stable condition.

Samples have been collected from the patient for testing to confirm the presence of Mpox. Authorities are following established protocols to manage the situation, and contact tracing is underway to identify any potential sources of transmission and assess the impact within the country.

The emergence of this case aligns with earlier risk assessments by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). Health officials stress that there is no cause for undue concern. The country is well-prepared to handle isolated travel-related cases and has strong measures in place to manage and mitigate any potential risks.