The Indian Medical Association (IMA) in a recent statement has said that global evidence and the history of any pandemic suggest that a third wave is inevitable and imminent. The top medical body has expressed huge concern over governments and the people being complacent and engaging in mass gatherings without following Covid-19 protocols.

The Association has said that these events are potential superspreaders for the third wave. It explained that tourist bonanzas, religious fervour and pilgrimage travel are important, but what is most important at this juncture is to wait.