Date: May 24, 2025
By: MorningFeed24
📢 No Major COVID Surge in India, Just Sporadic Cases — Government Monitoring Situation Closely
Despite recent COVID-19 positive cases reported in Delhi and a few other states, health experts and the Ministry of Health confirm there is no cause for panic. The country currently has 257 active cases, most of which are mild and manageable at home.
“Hospitals remain alert but no major COVID spike reported.”
🏥 Experts: “No ICU Cases, No Panic Needed”
Dr. Suranjit Chatterjee from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital confirmed,
“At the moment, the situation is under control. We are only seeing sporadic cases, and even these are not serious. No ICU admissions so far.”
He emphasized that COVID-19 may now behave like seasonal flu, easily treatable in most cases.
🔢 Latest Numbers & States Affected
According to the Union Health Ministry, the breakdown is as follows:
- India’s active cases: 257
- Delhi: 23 confirmed cases
- Other affected states: Haryana, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh
COVID-19 case graph or data chart from worldwide
🔍 Dominant Variant: Omicron JN.1
This wave is led by the JN.1 subvariant of Omicron, causing mild symptoms such as:
- Low-grade fever
- Sore or dry throat
- Cough & headache
- Mild diarrhea
- Tiredness & runny nose
Rarely, vulnerable individuals may experience shortness of breath or vomiting.
🛡️ Government Advisory in Place
The Health Ministry has advised hospitals to be prepared with:
- Functional ventilators, BiPAP, oxygen supply
- COVID-19 vaccines & booster stock
- Daily reporting of ILI and SARI cases on the IHIP portal
- Refresher training for all dedicated medical staff
🧴 Public Health Guidelines:
- Wear masks in enclosed or crowded places
- Avoid unnecessary travel when symptomatic
- Get tested immediately if symptoms arise
- Maintain proper hand hygiene
- Stay updated with vaccination doses
Checkout Official website related to Covid-19 for latest updates- https://covid19dashboard.mohfw.gov.in/
🗣️ Delhi Government Responds
Health Minister Pankaj Singh confirmed all patients in Delhi are stable and under observation. The city has resumed genome sequencing to monitor any serious developments.
“There is no need for panic. Hospitals have been asked to keep beds, oxygen, and medicines ready as a precaution.”