West Bengal health department says one Nipah-infected nurse improving; other remains critical (PTI report)
West Bengal officials say one of two nurses who tested positive for Nipah virus has shown improvement, while the other remains in a critical condition. Authorities said close contacts have been monitored and, so far, no additional positives have been reported in the state.
Latest health update
A West Bengal health department official said the condition of one Nipah-positive nurse has improved, while the other remains very critical and is being treated in intensive care, according to a PTI report dated January 16, 2026.
Contact tracing and monitoring
Officials said people who came into close contact with the two cases are being monitored and have been kept in isolation as a precaution; no close contacts had tested positive at the time of reporting.
What the public should watch for
- Follow state health advisories and hospital guidance, especially for symptomatic individuals with exposure risk.
- Avoid misinformation and rely on official health department updates.
- Maintain hygiene precautions in healthcare settings and crowded public places.