No Need to Panic, Say Officials, As India's Covid Cases Cross 1,000

India’s total active Covid cases have crossed 1,000, with 1,010 active cases reported across the country as of May 27. The Indian Council of Medical Research maintains that the severity is low and there is no reason for panic, and urged caution.

Two new Covid sub-variants – NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 – have been detected in the country and are being closely monitored by the World Health Organisation (WHO). They have been flagged as Variants of Concern.

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Karnataka has witnessed a spike in the number of Covid cases, with the state recording at least 80 active cases as of May 26. Nearly 73 of these are from Bengaluru. The state government has emphasised that it was not “taking any chances” and asked the public to maintain hygiene and. wear masks to curb transmission.

State Health Minister Dr Sharan Prakash Patil issued advisories to healthcare professionals to remain vigilant. The Karnataka branch of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) has also issued control advisories amid the rise in cases.

Meanwhile, Maharashtra’s Kalyan-Dombivli civic body reported its first Covid-19 death on Tuesday.

Four Covid-19 infected patients were reported within the municipal limits after the cases saw a spike in parts of Maharashtra, including adjoining Mumbai.

Out of these, one woman died, another patient with mild symptoms was discharged after treatment, a third is undergoing treatment in a private hospital, and the fourth has been transferred to Chhatrapati Shivaji Hospital in Kalwa for further care.

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The Thane Municipal Corporation public relations officer released an official update on Tuesday, informing about the detection of 36 Covid cases so far. Out of these, nine patients are currently hospitalised in stable condition, while 20 are in home quarantine.

Delhi has recorded 104 active Covid cases. The Delhi government has downplayed the severity, with a minister stating the infection’s intensity is “akin to viral fever” and urging residents not to panic. Hospitals remain prepared for any escalation. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said, “There is no alarming or emergency situation so far. The situation is under control. All our hospitals are on alert.”