India Sees Mild Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

India is experiencing a mild but noticeable rise in COVID-19 cases, with 257 active cases reported as of May 19, 2025, mainly in Kerala, Maharashtra, Delhi, and Karnataka. Maharashtra has recorded 210 cases since January, mostly in Mumbai, while Delhi and Bengaluru are seeing their first significant upticks in months. Karnataka has 35 active cases, including a nine-month-old infant, and is urging high-risk individuals to follow preventive measures. The current infections are attributed to Omicron sub-lineages, with no evidence of a new variant of concern or increased severity. Authorities are recommending booster shots for vulnerable populations and continued COVID-appropriate behavior due to concerns about waning immunity. Hospitals are on alert, boosting preparedness with bed, oxygen, and supply availability, while ongoing testing and genomic surveillance continue.