A surge is being seen in the number of covid-19 cases in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. A total of 403 cases were reported in the islands during the last three days meanwhile 284 patients recovered as well. The recovery rate dipped to 43.6 percent while 20 deaths were reported so far.<br />'' <br />''12 cases have been reported in the tribal district of Nicobar. Acting upon the situation, the 14 days home quarantine becomes mandatory for all passenger coming to Nicobar. RTPCR test will also be conducted prior to the journey to tribal areas. It is to mention that most of the cases reported during the last few days are among contacts. <br />''<br />''Administration is monitoring the circumstances and making suitable decisions. Earlier, a weekly lockdown was imposed but now the current lockdown has been extended to one more week. However, essential services will go on.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">All the religious places will remain closed for the general public. The daily convoy passing through the reserve area of Jarwas has also been stopped. Flights service between mainland and Port Blair has reduced earlier as well. Now, only five flights are available in a week. All incoming passengers will be tested and have to go for institutional quarantine for seven days.Inter islands passenger going by ship will also be tested before commencing their journeys. </span><br />