What’s behind the recent Covid-19 spike in India?

According to experts, the JN.1 variant and its related descendants, which belong to the Omicron family, is causing the surge. India’s Health Ministry said recently that it has reviewed the domestic situation to assess risks and said that “it remains alert and proactive, ensuring readiness to protect public health as the situation evolves’”

The Indian government recently confirmed that there has been a surge in the number of COVID-19 cases across Asia over the past few weeks. Stating that India too, has reported 257 cases this year, it said that all States have been alerted about the situation and have been asked to remain vigilant and initiative preventive measures.