coronavirus infections in the last 24 hours, the Union health ministry said in an update on Saturday. The number of active cases stands at 2,501 with total reported cases, since the onset of the pandemic, at over 4.49 crore.
Death toll stands at 531,888. Health experts say hospital admissions have been on a decline as fewer cases of Covid-19 are being reported.
However, the elderly or those with underlying health conditions remain at risk of contracting the virus. Hence, doctors advise completing vaccine schedule and adhering to covid-appropriate behaviour.
The XBB.1.16 variant was behind the surge seen over the last few months. Scientists say that Indians have developed hybrid immunity, helped by vaccination and natural infection, which is responsible for fewer hospitalisations.