NEW DELHI: India has stepped up its global health response by dispatching a second round of medical assistance to Africa to support efforts in controlling the ongoing Ebola outbreak, while simultaneously confirming that no Ebola cases have been reported in the country, the Health Ministry stated.

According to official updates, India has sent additional consignments of diagnostic tools, protective equipment, and essential medical supplies to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to strengthen outbreak response operations in affected regions. The aid is aimed at supporting countries in Africa, particularly the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighbouring regions, where Ebola cases continue to be reported.

The move comes as part of India’s broader international health cooperation efforts, which include providing emergency medical support during global disease outbreaks and strengthening epidemic preparedness in vulnerable regions. Health officials and global agencies have acknowledged India’s contribution as timely, given the rising public health concerns in parts of Africa.

At the same time, the Indian Health Ministry has reassured citizens that there are currently no confirmed Ebola cases in India, despite heightened global monitoring and precautionary measures. Authorities have intensified surveillance at airports, strengthened screening protocols, and activated emergency response systems to ensure early detection of any suspected cases.

Officials added that India remains in a state of readiness and continues to closely monitor the global Ebola situation in coordination with international health agencies. The country has also advised continued vigilance but emphasized that the risk of domestic spread remains low at present.

The twin developments highlight India’s dual approach—supporting international outbreak control efforts abroad while maintaining strict domestic health surveillance to prevent any potential import of the virus.