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India has reported four new COVID-19 deaths, raising the national total to 32 this year. Active cases have climbed to nearly 4,000 with notable rises in Delhi, Kerala, and Maharashtra. Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav reassured that the country’s health infrastructure is well-equipped to handle any COVID-19 situation. Precautionary measures have also been advised by state health departments for schoolchildren amidst the ongoing pandemic concerns.

Key Points: COVID-19 Cases Near 4,000 in India Amid Recent Deaths

  • India records 203 new COVID-19 cases raising active count near 4,000
  • Delhi reports highest increase with 47 new active cases
  • Union Minister assures preparedness against COVID-19 resurgence
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4 new deaths from COVID-19, active cases near 4,000 in India

COVID-19 in India sees active cases hit nearly 4,000 with four new deaths reported.

"Our health systems are well-equipped and ready to handle any situation that may arise in response to Covid. - Prataprao Jadhav"

New Delhi, June 2

India's active COVID-19 cases stand at 3,961 as of 8 AM on Monday, June 2, according to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The cumulative COVID-19 deaths in the country since January this year have increased to 32, with four deaths reported since Sunday.

According to official data, 203 new cases were added to the active case count since Sunday.

Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Kerala each reported one COVID-19 death since Sunday.

Delhi reported 47 more COVID-19 cases, increasing the total active cases in the national capital to 483.

In Kerala, active COVID-19 cases rose to 1,435, with 35 new cases reported since Sunday.

In Maharashtra, 21 new COVID-19 cases were reported, taking the active case count to 506.

In West Bengal, 44 new COVID-19 cases were reported, increasing the state's active cases to 331.

On Friday, Union Minister of State for Health and AYUSH (Independent Charge), Prataprao Jadhav, assured that the Centre is fully prepared to handle any situation that may arise.

"Both our Central Health Department and the AYUSH Ministry are fully alert and closely monitoring the situation across all states. We have spoken with the respective Health and AYUSH Secretaries, as well as other concerned ministers," Jadhav had told ANI.

He added that the infrastructure developed during the earlier Covid-19 waves has been reviewed and that preparations are underway to deal with any eventuality.

"We've reviewed the infrastructure built during the earlier Covid waves, such as oxygen plants and ICU beds, and have already begun preparations. Our health systems are well-equipped and ready to handle any situation that may arise in response to Covid," he had said.

Meanwhile, given the current COVID-19 situation in the state, the Karnataka Health Department had issued a circular asking government and private schools to take precautions in the interest of school children's health.

The instructions are as follows: If schoolchildren develop fever, cough, cold, and other symptoms, do not send them to school. Follow appropriate treatment and care measures as advised by the doctor.

- ANI

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Priya K.
The numbers may seem small compared to 2021, but we must stay vigilant. Kerala's cases are worrying - hope the state government is taking extra precautions. Better to mask up in crowded places again 👍
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Rahul M.
Why are schools not making masks mandatory again? Kids are most vulnerable and they don't understand precautions. Government should issue clear guidelines before it's too late!
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Anjali S.
The minister says we're prepared, but are we really? Last time many rural areas suffered due to lack of facilities. Hope this time there's better distribution of medical resources across all states 🤞
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Vikram P.
People have become careless after vaccination. Just yesterday I saw a crowded market in Delhi with hardly anyone wearing masks. We need more awareness campaigns!
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Sunita R.
The government's response seems better coordinated this time. Reviewing oxygen plants and ICU beds in advance is a good step. But citizens must also do their part - stay home if sick and follow basic hygiene.
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Karthik N.
Instead of panic, we need sensible precautions. The numbers are still low compared to our population. Let's trust our doctors and scientists while being responsible citizens. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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