Saturday, March 29, 2025
COVID-19 cases are once again rising in parts of Southeast Asia, especially in Singapore and Hong Kong. In response, Indian health authorities have ramped up surveillance as the country witnessed a slight weekly increase in infections. Nevertheless, the Ministry of Health maintains that the overall situation in India remains “under control.”
From May 12 to May 19, health officials across India identified 164 new COVID-19 cases. As a result, the nation’s total number of active cases rose slightly to 257. Given India’s vast population, experts consider this figure to be very low.
Here’s how the new cases break down by state:
Kerala reported the highest with 69 cases
Maharashtra followed with 44
Tamil Nadu saw 34 new infections
Karnataka confirmed 8
Gujarat logged 6
Delhi documented 3
Haryana, Rajasthan, and Sikkim each reported 1 case
Importantly, these cases are mild, and patients are recovering at home without needing hospitalization.
Most recent cases are linked to the JN.1 variant, which evolved from the Omicron BA.2.86 strain. In addition, sub-variants like LF.7 and NB.1.8 have also appeared in sequencing reports. Due to this development, the Ministry has instructed hospitals and surveillance centers to remain alert.
Furthermore, authorities have intensified monitoring efforts across the healthcare system. Labs are now testing for new variants more frequently to ensure quick detection and response.
So far, India has seen:
44,511,240 recoveries, showing a strong recovery trend
533,666 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic
Despite these high numbers over the years, India’s current COVID-19 risk remains very low. Officials believe that vaccinations and public awareness continue to play a major role in keeping the spread minimal.
The Health Ministry continues to monitor the situation closely and assures that the healthcare infrastructure is fully prepared. Instead of panicking, citizens should follow COVID-appropriate behavior, including masking in crowded places and practicing hand hygiene.
Moreover, the government has urged all state health departments to stay ready and coordinate effectively if the situation changes.
By addressing the India weekly COVID case surge with clarity and control, the government aims to prevent unnecessary panic while maintaining readiness for any possible escalation.
