Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Delhi High Court Demands Update on COVID-19 Sample Policy
The Delhi High Court is asking the Indian government for an update on how they collect, transport, and store COVID-19 samples because they are concerned about the pandemic.
A doctor had complained about the lack of clear rules.
The court is worried because COVID-19 is still active.
A meeting was held in May 2023 to make a plan.
The court wants the government to provide a status report detailing steps taken and protocols in place, with a hearing scheduled for July 18, 2024.
Delhi High Court seeks status report from Centre on COVID-19 sample collection policy.
The court is concerned about the ongoing presence of COVID-19 in the community.
The court noted a lack of an update on the May 30, 2023, meeting outcomes.
A contempt petition was filed by Dr. Rohit Jain.
Hearing on the matter is scheduled for July 18.
- Who
- Delhi High Court, Centre, Dr. Rohit Jain
- What
- A status report on the policy for COVID-19 sample collection, sample collection centres and sample transport.
- When
- May 28, 2024; Hearing scheduled for July 18, 2024.
- Where
- Delhi High Court
- Why
- To assess the measures taken regarding the policy for COVID-19 sample collection and address the concerns over community presence of the virus.
- Court
- Delhi High Court
- Hearing Date
- July 18, 2024
- Petitioner
- Dr. Rohit Jain
- Focus
- COVID-19 Sample Collection SOPs
- Meeting Date
- May 30, 2023
Sources
Delhi HC seeks Centre’s stand on SoPs for sample collection, transport of lab test
Delhi High Court Seeks Centre’s Report On Covid-19 Sample Collection Policy
Delhi High Court seeks Centre’s stand on SOPs for sample collection, transport of lab test
