Philippines To Follow Dharavi Model To Fight COVID 19 Pandemic, BMC Shares Blueprint
Philippines Govt will follow the ‘Dharavi model’ of India for containing the spread of novel coronavirus.
This came after Dharavi, Asia’s largest slum located in Mumbai reversed the trend of rising Covid-19 cases despite having a high population density.
The BMC has shared the Dharavi blueprint with the Philippines to fight the pandemic.
BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal calls it the "Chase the virus policy."
The Dharavi model involves a proactive approach including early detection, hospitalization, treatment, and of course, testing to limit the spread of COVID 19.