Region on watch as India declares Nipah virus outbreak contained

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffJanuary 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Indian officials declared the recent Nipah virus outbreak contained in West Bengal state, after confirming two cases. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare stated that 196 contacts were traced, monitored, and tested, with all tests returning negative. This announcement aimed to address media speculation and provide accurate information. Several Asian countries have implemented screening measures for travelers arriving from India in response to the outbreak. The Nipah virus, a zoonotic disease with a high mortality rate, spreads through fruit bats, pigs, and human contact, and currently has no vaccine. China is strengthening disease prevention measures in border areas.

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Malaysia 40% West Bengal state ×260% India ×480% Nipah virus ×390%

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