What is the Nipah protocol in Kerala?

A recent Nipah scare in Kerala has health officials on high alert as a 24-year-old man was found positive for the deadly virus after his death. The State Health Department quickly implemented Nipah protocols, identified close contacts, and imposed restrictions in the affected district. This marks the sixth Nipah outbreak in Kerala since 2018, with 22 deaths reported so far. The government responded swiftly by declaring containment zones, closing schools and public spaces, and monitoring individuals who may have been exposed. The source of the virus is believed to be linked to bats, but the definitive connection is still unclear.