In a latest development, only those coming from an “at-risk countries”, or those who have been to one of those nations 14 days ago need to pre-book RT-PCR tests.
Earlier, it was notified that all international passengers flying to Mumbai had to pre-book RT-PCR tests. This was based on an earlier Maharashtra government order.
The Air Suvidha portal amended its passenger advisory to read: “As per the latest government guidelines, it is mandatory for passengers arriving from ‘at-risk countries’ in 6 metro cities — Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad — to pre-book their COVID-19 test. From December 20, 2021, onwards.”
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Moreover, on December 19, Air India airlines tweeted: Please note it is mandatory to pre-book RT-PCR test through Air Suvidha portal if arriving from "AT RISK" countries or visited "AT RISK" countries in the last 14 days. "AT RISK" countries are subject to change, latest updates available on http://mohfw.gov.in.
#FlyAI : Please note it is mandatory to pre-book RT-PCR test through Air Suvidha portal if arriving from "AT RISK" countries or visited "AT RISK" countries in the last 14 days.
— Air India (@airindiain) December 19, 2021
"AT RISK" countries are subject to change, latest updates available on https://t.co/Z0P6mQ69cA.
Mumbai International Airport has set up 100 registration counters and 60 sampling booths, including 100 Rapid PCR machines.
By first implementing it in the six metro cities, the authorities not only look to stabilize the system but see to it that passengers don’t face issues in pre-booking and payment, amongst others.
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