As India grapples with a renewed wave of COVID-19 infections, states like Kerala and Maharashtra are sounding alarms. With several patients hospitalized and new cases emerging, the situation is becoming increasingly concerning.A recent case in Gurugram, involving an individual returning from Mumbai, highlights the virus’s persistent ability to spread. Simultaneously occurring, West Bengal has also reported its first COVID-19 case in some time, adding to the growing anxiety.
In Kerala, the health department reported 182 new infections this month, with two fatalities linked to the virus. The deceased, aged 59 and 64, were residents of Thiruvananthapuram and succumbed in a private hospital.Despite the alarming rise in cases, officials maintain that the situation is not yet critical.Though, the number of active cases has doubled in just two days, prompting the Andhra Pradesh government to issue precautionary guidelines.The current strain, a subvariant of Omicron known as XN.1, is causing concern among health experts, especially as cases rise in Southeast Asia. In Maharashtra, at least 16 individuals are currently hospitalized, and the state has reported two deaths attributed to COVID-19.As the virus continues to spread, Delhi has recorded 23 new cases, while Gujarat identified 15 infections on Friday. The situation is similarly unfolding in Haryana, with cases emerging in Gurugram and Faridabad, and Karnataka reporting 15 new infections. The resurgence of COVID-19 serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against the virus, urging citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to health guidelines.
