India has 3,961 active cases, 32 deaths as of June 2, says Health Ministry
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday reported that the number of active COVID-19 cases in India stands at 3,961, while the total number of deaths has reached 32.
According to the official data, four deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours—one each from Delhi, Kerala, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh.
COVID-19 situation under close watch
Official sources said that the COVID-19 situation in the country is being closely monitored. The severity of infections is low, and most patients are under home care “There is no reason to worry,” the sources added.
On May 22, India had 257 active cases, which rose to 1,010 by May 26, and further climbed to 3,395 on Saturday. In the last 24 hours, 685 new cases have been reported.
State-wise data on active cases
The number of active cases in major states is as follows:
- Kerala: 1,336
- Maharashtra: 467
- Delhi: 375
- Gujarat: 265
- Karnataka: 234
- West Bengal: 205
- Tamil Nadu: 185
- Uttar Pradesh: 117
Omicron subvariants driving current surge
Dr Rajiv Behl, Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), said that genome sequencing of samples from western and southern India indicates that the current rise in cases is due to subvariants of Omicron, which are not severe.
The subvariants identified are: LF.7, XFG, JN.1 and NB.1.8.1. Among these, LF.7, XFG, and JN.1 have been detected more frequently, he said.
“We have been closely monitoring the situation. At this moment, overall, we should monitor, be vigilant but there is no cause to worry,” Dr Behl said.
