Covid-19 second wave; Imports from China surge

Imports from China have increased since the second wave of Covid-19 in the country, say reports. Medical equipment and pharmaceuticals have been imported the most as many Indian companies have been placing large orders with Chinese companies, reports reveal.

Chinese companies received orders for over 40,000 oxygen concentrators. While 21,000 concentrators have already been distributed, the rest will be delivered soon, the companies said.

Additionally, Chinese companies have also received orders for 5000 ventilators and 21 million face masks. 3800 tons of drugs will also be imported from China. Several Chinese companies have experienced huge growth in revenue with the surge in orders from India.