📰 Latest COVID-19 Situation in India – May 31, 2025
As of May 31, 2025, India is witnessing a fresh wave of COVID-19 infections, largely driven by two newly identified variants — NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, both of which are currently classified as Variants Under Monitoring by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Although most new cases remain mild and are being managed through home isolation, the Union Health Ministry has urged all states and citizens to stay alert, especially in urban hubs and southern states.
📍 India’s Current COVID-19 Status (as of May 31, 2025, 08:00 IST):
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Total Active Cases Nationwide: 3,395
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States With Highest Active Cases: Kerala (1,336), Maharashtra (467), Delhi (375)
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Total COVID-19 Deaths Since Jan 1, 2025: 24
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Dominant Variants: NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 (classified under WHO’s “Variants Under Monitoring”)
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🗺️ State-Wise Active COVID-19 Cases & Deaths in India (As of May 31, 2025)
| State/UT | Active Cases | Deaths (Since Jan 1, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerala | 1,336 | 6 |
| Maharashtra | 467 | 7 |
| Delhi | 375 | 3 |
| Karnataka | 234 | 3 |
| Gujarat | 265 | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 185 | 1 |
| West Bengal | 205 | 0 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 117 | 1 |
| Rajasthan | 60 | 1 |
| Puducherry | 41 | 0 |
| Telangana | 3 | 0 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 17 | 0 |
| Odisha | 7 | 0 |
| Haryana | 26 | 0 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 16 | 1 |
| Punjab | 5 | 1 |
| Goa | 8 | 0 |
| Chandigarh | 1 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | 6 | 0 |
| Uttarakhand | 2 | 0 |
| Mizoram | 2 | 0 |
| Ladakh | 0 | 0 |
| Sikkim | 0 | 0 |
| Remaining States/UTs | 0 | 0 |
🔎 Key Observations:
âś… Kerala
Kerala tops the chart with over 1,336 active cases and 6 reported deaths in 2025. Health authorities confirm that all cases are currently mild and manageable.
âś… Maharashtra
Mumbai remains the hotspot with rising numbers. With 467 active cases and 7 deaths, medical officials stress that fatalities are linked to comorbidities, not the virus itself.
âś… Delhi
Delhi logged its highest daily count in nearly three years, recording 375 active cases. All patients are reported to be in stable condition, and most are recovering in home isolation.
âś… Karnataka & Bengaluru Clusters
Clusters have emerged in Bengaluru, particularly among infants and the elderly, prompting renewed advisories for vulnerable groups.
âś… Gujarat, UP, and TN
These states are seeing mild increases in daily case counts, but hospitalization rates remain extremely low.
🛑 Deaths & Hospitalizations
Out of 3,395 active cases across India, only 24 deaths have been recorded so far in 2025. According to government data, most fatalities occurred in patients with severe underlying health conditions. No signs of widespread hospital burden have been reported.
🧬 Variants In Circulation: NB.1.8.1 and LF.7
The emergence of new variants, NB.1.8.1 and LF.7, has prompted increased genomic surveillance. These variants are currently under observation but have not been categorized as variants of concern.
🏥 Government Action & Public Advisory
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Surveillance: The Union Health Ministry is ramping up testing, contact tracing, and genome sequencing.
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Advisory: Citizens are urged to remain cautious, wear masks in crowded areas, and ensure vaccination boosters are up to date.
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No Lockdown or Panic: Authorities affirm that the situation is under control and do not advise panic or mass closures.
