US EditionCOVID-19 update: Active cases cross 1,000 in India on May 26
- On May 26, 2025, India recorded 1,009 active COVID-19 cases, with the majority of new infections occurring in several southern and western states.
- The rise follows a steady increase in cases since mid-May, driven partly by newly detected variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, classified as Variants Under Monitoring by WHO.
- Several states have issued advisories urging calm and ensuring hospital readiness with adequate beds, oxygen, medicines, and vaccines to manage potential worsening.
- Data from the Union Health Ministry indicates that the majority of cases remain mild, with Dr. Suranjit Chatterjee stating that the current infections are being handled without difficulty.
- The situation calls for ongoing vigilance through surveillance programs, with authorities recommending standard precautions such as mask-wearing and hand hygiene, as COVID-19 is being managed similarly to other respiratory infections.
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