India is witnessing a steady rise in COVID-19 cases, with 752 new infections reported in the past week. According to data released by the Health Ministry, 305 patients recovered during this period, but seven deaths were also recorded—four in Maharashtra, two in Kerala, and one in Karnataka.
Kerala reported the highest number of new cases with 335, followed by Maharashtra (153), Delhi (99), Gujarat (76), and Karnataka (34). As of 8:00 AM on May 26, the country has 1,009 active COVID-19 cases. Kerala leads with the highest overall active caseload at 403, followed by Mumbai (209), Delhi (104), Gujarat (83), Karnataka (47), Uttar Pradesh (15), and West Bengal (12).
The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) has identified two new variants contributing to the recent spike. In West Bengal alone, four new cases were detected this week, raising the state’s active caseload to 11. Most of these patients are being treated in government and private hospitals for respiratory issues, with the majority of infections reported from Kolkata and surrounding areas.
The sudden increase in cases, especially in urban centres, has prompted health authorities to remain vigilant, monitor variant spread, and encourage precautionary measures in high-risk zones.
