Taj Mahal on COVID-19 alert, no entry for tourists without testing

Amid surge in COVID-19 cases in China and other countries, Taj Mahal in Agra has been put on alert

December 22, 2022 04:10 pm | Updated December 23, 2022 12:02 am IST - Agra

CISF personnel with a sniffer dog inspect the Taj Mahal complex in Agra on December 22, 2022.

CISF personnel with a sniffer dog inspect the Taj Mahal complex in Agra on December 22, 2022. | Photo Credit: PTI

With the surge in COVID-19 cases in China and other countries, one of the most popular tourist attractions of the country Taj Mahal in Agra is put on alert, confirmed the District Health Information Officer in Agra.

Domestic and foreign tourists come every day in large numbers to visit the Taj Mahal in Agra. Keeping the situation in mind, they will have to undergo a COVID-19 test before their visit as per the official sources.

Anil Satsangi, the District Health Information Officer (Agra) said, "The health department has already started the tests to prevent the spread of infection. As the alert is on, the tests have now been made mandatory for all the visitors."

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