- INTRODUCTION
Many countries today are in the grip of the coronavirus
("COVID-19") and recently, cases have
been reported in India, as well. Therefore, it is becoming
important for employers in India to ensure that the workplace
continues to be a safe and healthy environment as part of their
statutory obligations.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of
India (the "MoHFW') has issued travel
advisories1 in respect of COVID-19
for immediate implementation. Based on the advisories of the MoHFW,
the Office of the Director General of Civil Aviation of the
Government of India issued a circular on March 3, 2020 to prescribe
certain travel restrictions relating to COVID-19. The Cabinet
Secretary of the Government of India held a review meeting on the
same date with various authorities and health secretaries of States
to review and assess the action taken for the containment of
COVID-192.
