As far as the new strain of COVID-19 is concerned, it’s good for us Indians to follow our own data based on the emerging cases, and do research and don’t rely on the western data and rate of occurrence there. Relying on western data might lead us in trouble as the demographic conditions of India are quite different than those of western countries. The ongoing recovery rate of COVID-19 in India is 99% vis-à-vis the global 97%. Therefore, in India, we need to wait and watch and be selective in terms of vaccination and no need to panic because of the new strain of COVID-19,” said Dr (Prof) Amitav Banerjee, Professor & Head of Community Medicine, Dr DY Patil Medical College, Pune on the dynamics of the new strain of COVID-19 during HEAL-Thy Samvaad episode-14. Hope, you will find it educative, informative & interesting to watch!