The Zika Virus, originated in Brazil. WHO, has already warned all Countries including India. The Zika Virus causes brain damage in babies. Zika is spread from Mosquitoes, not from Person to Person. Right now, cases of Zika are not reported in India.
Using Mosquito net, keeping surroundings clean,and avoiding stagnation of water are some of the precautionary measures to be taken to protect the newborn babies.
http://www.ndtv.com/health/centre-forms-technical-group-to-monitor-zika-virus-situation-1271597
