Maharashtra: Negative RT-PCR test report must for fliers from Europe, SA, Middle-East

The Maharashtra government has made a negative RT-PCR report mandatory for passengers coming from Europe, the Middle-East and South Africa. It, however, removed the condition of 14-day mandatory quarantine for them. The decision was taken in line with the standard operating protocol (SOP) issued by the central government for international travellers to avoid confusion.

“All rules for all international passengers arriving into the state including passengers from European countries, Middle Eastern countries and South Africa, will be in line with the above mentioned by the ministry of health and family welfare from time to time,” stated an order issued by Sitaram Kunte, chief secretary, on August 27.