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The current situation of Covid-19 remains control in India and since May 19, the number of active COVID-19 cases in India 257, said the sources of the Ministry of Health Union on Monday (May 19, 2025).
The statement comes after a recent review of experts from experts from the National Disease Control Center (NCDC), the Emergency Medical Relief Division (EMR), Cell Management Cell, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Central Government Hospitals convened according to the Prime Minister of the Health Services (DGHS).
The source added that India has increased its vigilance after increasing COVID-19 cases in Singapore and Hong Kong in the last few weeks.
“According to preliminary information, cases are usually mild, they are not associated with unusual severity or mortality,” the official said.
He added that the number of cases in India is currently very low due to the large population of the country.
“Almost all of these cases are mild, without the need for hospitalization,” he added.
The Ministry of Health noted that the robust system for surveillance of respiratory viral diseases, including the COVID-19, also exists through the integrated monitoring program (IDSP) and ICMR.
“The Ministry of Health of the Union remains alert and proactive in careful monitoring of the situation and ensures that suitable measures to protect public health are introduced,” the ministry said.
Published – May 19 2025 20:14
