CLEAN : How India's most crowded city beat the odds, and the virus

The transcript discusses the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in slums where social distancing was difficult. It highlights the government's response, including requisitioning hotels for quarantine and increasing healthcare capacity. The need for future planning to utilize healthcare resources effectively is also emphasized.

What was the primary concern regarding COVID-19 in slums?

• Lack of food supplies

• High crime rates

• Spread of the virus due to close living conditions

• Inadequate water supply

How did the authorities manage the spread of COVID-19 in slums?

• By enforcing strict curfews

• By providing free vaccines

• By moving high-risk individuals to hotels

• By distributing masks

Who played a crucial role in warning about the next wave of COVID-19?

• The honorable chief Bisconer Bluedot

• The local police

• The mayor

• The health minister

What was the number of COVID beds available in Mumbai's BMC and Government hospitals before the pandemic?

• 5000

• 2500

• 3700

• 10000

What was identified as a major issue in healthcare infrastructure over the last 8-10 years?

• Inadequate medical supplies

• Insufficient ICU and hospital bed additions

• Lack of trained doctors

• Poor sanitation facilities

What is the plan for the healthcare equipment after the pandemic?

• To donate it to other countries

• To sell it to private hospitals

• To store it for future pandemics

• To use it in new hospitals

How many ICU and ventilator beds were planned to be available?

• 1000

• 500

• 1500

• 2000