Process of Covid-19 testing kit manufacturing fast-tracked: ICMR

ICMR DG Balram Bhargava said in a press conference to media that process of kit manufacturing fast-tracked at ICMR-NIV Pune. He further added that 2 kit manufacturers are already approved. He added "I'd like to clarify that FDA/CE approval isn't mandatory. ICMR-NIV approved tests which will be done there on a fast-track basis will also be acceptable for COVID testing."