India Reports Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Five Months

India has reported 1,890 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, which is the highest number of cases in five months. This surge has caused concerns among health officials, who are urging the public to continue following COVID-19 safety protocols such as wearing masks, practicing social distancing, and washing hands frequently.

Surge in COVID-19 cases

India’s overall tally of COVID-19 cases has reached 1.2 crore, with 1,62,113 active cases. In the last 24 hours, 1,021 patients have recovered, while ten deaths were reported. The total number of COVID-19 related deaths in India has now reached 1,61,240.

This sudden surge in cases is primarily due to the increase in cases in Maharashtra, which has reported over 30,000 cases in the last two days. The Maharashtra government has announced strict lockdown-like restrictions starting Monday, March 29th, which will remain in effect until April 4th. The restrictions include a ban on gatherings, shutting down of restaurants and bars, and the closure of all shops, except for essential services.

Several other states have also reported an increase in cases, including Punjab, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh. The central government has asked all states to increase testing and contact tracing efforts to contain the spread of the virus.

The Indian government has also launched a vaccination drive to curb the spread of the virus. As of March 27th, over 5.4 crore doses of the vaccine have been administered, with over 4.5 crore people receiving the first dose, and over 90 lakh people receiving the second dose. The government aims to vaccinate 30 crore people by July.

Despite the vaccination drive, the rising number of cases has raised concerns among health officials, who are urging the public to continue following COVID-19 safety protocols. Health experts have warned that the situation could worsen if people do not follow safety protocols, leading to a potential third wave of the virus.

In conclusion, India’s recent surge in COVID-19 cases is a cause for concern, and health officials are urging the public to continue following safety protocols to contain the spread of the virus. Vaccination efforts are underway, and the government is urging all states to increase testing and contact tracing efforts. With the cooperation of the public, India can hope to overcome this crisis soon.