Two Nipah virus cases in West Bengal sparked concerns ahead of T20 World Cup 2026.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare clarified that the reported cases are not new, patients are isolated, contacts traced, and no fresh cases have emerged so far.
No new Nipah infections have been reported so far.
Health Ministry said Nipah is not airborne and poses no immediate threat.
BCCI dismissed rumours and said player safety remains the top priority.
Eden Gardens matches, including the semi-final, will be held as scheduled.