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The UK returnee in the State was one among six travellers from across the country who tested positive for the new variant.

Individuals who were actively involved in the campaigning can also get themselves tested at the nearest government urban primary health centre.

The incident occurred in Mansurpur police station area on way to Muzaffarnagar Medical College in Begrazpur of the district, said COVID programme manager Sani Singh.

Attendance to public events is cut from 5,000 to 1,000 and gatherings of more than 10 people are prohibited in public spaces such as beaches and parks.