Doctors warn of highly transmissible Covid variant causing mild symptoms in India

Doctors in India are raising alarms about a new Covid variant, likely a sub-variant of JN.1, which is spreading rapidly but primarily causing mild symptoms.
Recent data shows that Mumbai has reported 95 new cases in May, a significant increase compared to the total of 106 cases since January in Maharashtra.
In Delhi, 23 new cases were reported, marking the first notable spike in nearly three years, with all patients exhibiting mild, flu-like symptoms, according to Health Minister Pankaj Singh.
The state health department has reported 45 new cases on a single day, with Mumbai logging the majority. Three deaths have been recorded, all in Mumbai, prompting health authorities to urge the public not to panic but to maintain hygiene and take precautions, especially those with comorbid conditions.
In Karnataka, a nine-month-old baby is among the 32 active cases in Bengaluru, highlighting the variant's reach across different demographics.
As the situation evolves, health officials are enhancing surveillance to identify and manage cases effectively.

Doctors in India are warning about a highly transmissible Covid variant, likely a sub-variant of JN.1, which is causing mostly mild symptoms. Recent reports indicate a rise in cases across several states, including Maharashtra and Delhi, prompting health authorities to enhance surveillance and public health measures.