14 new Covid cases in Manipur, state's count rises to 20

IANS June 18, 2025 339 views

Manipur has recorded 14 new Covid-19 cases, pushing the state's total to 34 infections. Most cases were detected in Imphal West, followed by Imphal East and Bishnupur districts. Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla reviewed preparedness, emphasizing medical infrastructure and public awareness. Health officials urge vigilance as concerns grow over a possible resurgence.

"We appeal to people to be on alert in view of the spread of the infection in other parts of the country." – Dr. Chambo Gonmei
Imphal, June 17: Fourteen more persons in three districts tested COVID-19 on Tuesday, taking the cumulative total count in Manipur to 34, health officials said.

Key Points

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14 new Covid cases detected in Imphal West, East, and Bishnupur

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State total now at 34 infections

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Governor reviews preparedness amid rising concerns

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First case in current wave reported on June 9

State health officials said that eight persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Imphal West district, while three people each in Imphal East and Bishnupur district were infected with the infectious virus.

According to the officials, of the total positive cases of 34 on Tuesday, 22 cases were reported in Imphal West district, six in Imphal East district, four in Bishnupur, one in Thoubal and Kakching districts. All five districts fall in the Imphal valley region.

On June 9, a 23-year-old woman tested positive for COVID-19 in Manipur, the first such case in the northeastern state in the current wave of the Coronavirus infection.

Manipur Health Services Director Dr Chambo Gonmei said that the woman hails from Bishnupur district and had developed Covid-like symptoms. Her samples were tested at a private clinic in Imphal on June 5, and the results came on June 9, Gonmei said. He appealed to people to be on alert in view of the spread of the infection in other parts of the country.

Meanwhile, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired a COVID-19 review meeting on Monday at the Raj Bhavan. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh, senior medical officials from the state Health Department and other concerned authorities.

The review was held in view of recent directives from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on enhanced preparedness amid rising concerns of a possible COVID-19 resurgence.

A Raj Bhavan official said that the health officials briefed the Governor on the state’s preparedness, including diagnostics, protective equipment, oxygen supply, ICU and isolation wards, essential drugs, and the IDSP–IHIP portal.

Challenges related to testing capacity, medical supplies and hospital readiness were also discussed.

The Governor advised the importance of proactive measures, adequate medical infrastructure, and community awareness to ensure the state remains equipped to handle any potential surge in COVID-19 cases, the officials said.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Worrying trend in Manipur! Northeast states have limited healthcare infrastructure compared to metros. Authorities must act fast with testing and containment measures. Hope people follow COVID protocols properly this time. 🙏
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Rahul S.
Why is testing still so slow? The woman's sample took 4 days for results! In 2024 we should have rapid testing facilities everywhere. Government needs to decentralize testing to district hospitals at least.
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Meena L.
As someone from Imphal, I can say people here have become careless after vaccination. No masks in markets, crowded weddings happening daily. This spike was expected. Time for strict enforcement again!
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Amit G.
Good that Governor is reviewing preparations. But what about border areas? Many people cross Myanmar border daily. Need strict monitoring there too. COVID doesn't care about borders!
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Sunita T.
Instead of panic, we should focus on vaccination boosters for vulnerable groups. Most cases now are mild. Let's not repeat 2021 lockdown mistakes that hurt poor people the most. Stay alert but don't overreact.

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