Impact Level: Notification
Locations Affected: Bengaluru, Bengaluru, All India, Delhi, Pune, Thane, Noida, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Gurugram, Arunachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Kerala, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal , Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Delhi, Lakshadweep, Puducherry, Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Ladakh, India
Tracking Id: RINTP427237239
Description:
According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare COVID-19 Dashboard, as of 1430 hours (local time) on Saturday (02 August), a total of 241 active cases have been reported, with a total of 29,747 discharges. Further updates are as follows:
• Andhra Pradesh: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (323); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Arunachal Pradesh: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (03); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Assam: Total cases (09); new cases (01); total recoveries (196); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Bihar: Total cases (01); new cases (0); total recoveries (144); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Chhattisgarh: Total cases (05); new cases (0); total recoveries (236); new recoveries (0); total deaths (05); and new deaths (0).
• Goa: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (29); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Gujarat: Total cases (08); new cases (0); total recoveries (3666); new recoveries (0); total deaths (02); and new deaths (0).
• Haryana: Total cases (06); new cases (0); total recoveries (654); new recoveries (0); total deaths (04); and new deaths (0).
• Himachal Pradesh: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (06); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Jharkhand: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (81); new recoveries (0); total deaths (01); and new deaths (0).
• Karnataka: Total cases (04); new cases (0); total recoveries (2953); new recoveries (0); total deaths (11); and new deaths (0).
• Kerala: Total cases (14); new cases (0); total recoveries (8684); new recoveries (0); total deaths (55); and new deaths (01).
• Madhya Pradesh: Total cases (01); new cases (01); total recoveries (340); new recoveries (0); total deaths (11); and new deaths (01).
• Maharashtra: Total cases (33); new cases (02); total recoveries (2661); new recoveries (0); total deaths (43); and new deaths (0).
• Mizoram: Total cases (15); new cases (09); total recoveries (13); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Odisha: Total cases (02); new cases (0); total recoveries (171); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Punjab: Total cases (11); new cases (0); total recoveries (245); new recoveries (0); total deaths (05); and new deaths (01).
• Rajasthan: Total cases (10); new cases (0); total recoveries (814); new recoveries (0); total deaths (03); and new deaths (0).
• Sikkim: Total cases (03); new cases (0); total recoveries (281); new recoveries (0); total deaths (01); and new deaths (0).
• Tamil Nadu: Total cases (17); new cases (01); total recoveries (1173); new recoveries (0); total deaths (07); and new deaths (0).
• Telangana: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (33); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Tripura: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (31); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Uttarakhand: Total cases (03); new cases (01); total recoveries (113); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Uttar Pradesh: Total cases (11); new cases (04); total recoveries (1108); new recoveries (0); total deaths (02); and new deaths (0).
• West Bengal: Total cases (41); new cases (0); total recoveries (1125); new recoveries (0); total deaths (01); and new deaths (0).
• Manipur: Total cases (06); new cases (0); total recoveries (347); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Nagaland: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (03); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Meghalaya: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (01); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
• Union Territories:
– Delhi: Total cases (13); new cases (01); total recoveries (4052); new recoveries (0); total deaths (22); and new deaths (0).
– Chandigarh: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (18); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
– Jammu and Kashmir: Total cases (28); new cases (02); total recoveries (112); new recoveries (0); total deaths (01); and new deaths (0).
– Puducherry: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (126); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
– Ladakh: Total cases (0); new cases (0); total recoveries (05); new recoveries (0); total deaths (0); and new deaths (0).
Background:
Total cases, total recoveries and total deaths indicate cumulative counts since 01 January 2025; and new cases, new recoveries, and new deaths indicate updates in last 24 hours.
Impact:
The following are the government actions taken nationwide:
• Travel restrictions: Currently there are no restrictions in place for either domestic or international travel due to the resurgence of COVID-19 cases.
• Kerala Health Minister Veena George has stated that special care should be implemented as the virus remains more severe among the elderly and individuals with other diseases. Further stating that the Omicron JN.1 variants LF.7 and XFG were the most common in Kerala, while these variants are not as severe, they have a high potential for spreading the disease. Earlier, the minister chaired a meeting with the state unit of the Rapid Response Team (RRT), following this, all hospitals have been instructed to conduct COVID-19 tests for those with symptoms, including cold, sore throat, cough, and shortness of breath. Further instructions have been directed to ensure oxygen availability; unnecessary visits to hospitals should be avoided. Those with symptoms such as a cold, sore throat, cough, and shortness of breath should wear masks, and wearing masks is made mandatory in hospitals.
• The Delhi government has issued an advisory instructing hospitals to maintain preparedness with respect to bed availability, oxygen supply, essential medicines, and vaccines. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new vaccine for people over the age of 65, as well as people between the ages of 12-64 who have co-morbidities.
• The Madhya Pradesh Health Department has instructed hospitals across the state to review and strengthen their preparedness, including ensuring the availability of hospital beds, oxygen, essential medicines, and enhancing means of testing COVID-19 in the district hospital and ICU facilities. Health authorities continue to maintain a heightened surveillance, with active testing underway at local hospitals. Government facilities in Indore are prepared with over 13,000 beds, including 6,000 equipped for oxygen and ICU support, to handle any potential increase in cases.
• The Health Department of Himachal Pradesh has issued an alert and stepped-up precautionary measure, despite the state currently reporting no active cases. The National Health Mission (NHM), Himachal Pradesh, has directed all Chief Medical Officers (CMOs), medical college principals, and medical superintendents to enhance hospital preparedness.
• The Uttarakhand Health Department has deployed staff along the Chardham Yatra route as a precaution due to the influx of pilgrims. Genome sequencing is being conducted on recent cases to monitor for new variants.
• In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the Ministry of Health has recently conducted high-level review meetings with national agencies to assess readiness and enhance response strategies. An Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) has intensified monitoring, contact tracing, and isolation measures as part of containment efforts.
• Following the news of a COVID-19 fatality in Tamil Nadu, an exclusive COVID-19 treatment ward has been opened at Government Royapettah Hospital in Chennai, and new wards would be set up if the situation arises. The State Public Health Department has urged the people to take precautions and follow COVID guidelines, including washing hands and maintaining social distance.
• In Andhra Pradesh, the people are advised to avoid large gatherings and social distancing norms are to be strictly followed at public places like railway stations, bus stands, and airports statewide. These include wearing masks in crowded areas, and that senior citizens and pregnant women should avoid stepping out unnecessarily, and international passengers must undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing upon arrival in the state. Medical officers are directed to keep PPE kits, masks, and related supplies readily available and to remain fully alert in both rural and urban healthcare facilities. Officials are also instructed to carry out extensive awareness campaigns at the village and mandal levels, ensuring that citizens adopt necessary preventive measures and understand the importance of health protocols.
• While no advisory has been issued by the West Bengal Health Department yet, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation has decided to spread awareness about precautionary measures against the virus. The civic body will put up banners in all its health units across the city — urging people to wear masks, wash their hands and maintain social distancing protocol, it is learnt.
Health workers in all wards of the city have been directed to collect information about people with COVID-19 symptoms, besides routine data gathering on malaria and dengue. The workers have been instructed to isolate any person with influenza-like symptoms and severe acute respiratory infections (SARI).
• The Maharashtra government on 02 June issued revised guidelines for Covid-19 management across the state. All healthcare facilities have been directed to prepare and test five percent of influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) patients. The order has been issued by the health department to all municipal corporations, zilla parishads and district administration.
• A series of technical review meetings were held on 02 and 03 June under the chairpersonship of Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Sunita Sharma; to evaluate the current COVID-19 situation and preparedness measures.
• In Gujarat, genome sequencing of COVID-19-positive patients was conducted at the Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre in Gandhinagar. The sequencing has mainly identified JN.1, LF.7, LF.7.9, and XFG variants. As of now, the state government of Gujarat has not released any health advisory, and the situation is assessed to be under control.
• The Odisha government on 05 June confirmed that schools across the state will function adhering to preventive measures when they reopen after the summer vacation. In addition, students with symptoms like a cold will be asked to wear masks at school, while those with more serious symptoms will be advised to stay home and isolate. Additionally, the Health Department urges residents, especially those with comorbidities or serious health conditions, to continue following basic health protocols and seek prompt medical attention if symptoms develop. Surveillance and testing remain rigorous, and officials have reassured the public that there is no cause for alarm.
• A high-level meeting to review COVID-19 preparedness in Nagaland was held on 09 June under the chairmanship of the Minister for Health and Family Welfare, P. Paiwang Konyak, at the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare. The meeting assessed the current COVID-19 scenario in the state and evaluated the health system’s readiness to manage any emerging situation. The minister underlined the importance of continued vigilance, sustained surveillance, and the implementation of robust public health measures across all health units in the state. Officials also stated that COVID-19 cases remain mild and under control.
• In Telangana five samples of the 10 active cases were sequenced by INSACOG, the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium, revealing the presence of new variants. Four samples contained LF.7.9, and one sample contained XFG. XFG is a recombinant variant derived from LF.7 and LP.8.1.2, showing high immune evasion by resisting two major neutralising antibody types. Despite this, its cell-binding ability remains limited. LF.7.9 is an offshoot of the European LF.7 strain, with moderate transmissibility but lower infectivity. XFJ, another recent variant present in the country, has limited available data and is still under surveillance. Doctors note that the symptoms associated with these variants are similar to mild flu, with low severity in healthy individuals. However, infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with comorbidities are advised to take added precautions.
Recommendations:
COVID-19 Dos and Don’ts for Businesses
Dos:
– Though the usage of face masks has not been mandated yet within office premises, it is better to wear one in public places to avoid risk of contracting the infection.
– Hand sanitizers should be provided, and employees encouraged to practice regular hand hygiene.
– High-touch surfaces, including door handles and desks, must be cleaned and disinfected regularly.
– Employee health should be monitored by screening for symptoms, and employees exhibiting symptoms should be advised to stay home.
– Ensure that employees who are required to physically present at the site are vaccinated.
– Clear communication regarding safety protocols and applicable government guidelines should be maintained.
– Ventilation in indoor spaces should be improved by opening windows or using air purification systems.
Don’ts:
– Avoid entering the office premises if suffering from flu-like symptoms.
– Employees displaying symptoms should not be permitted to attend the workplace.
– The dissemination of unverified information or rumors among employees should be prevented.
COVID-19 Dos and Don’ts for Individuals
Dos:
– Individuals are advised to wear masks properly, covering both the nose and mouth, particularly in public and crowded places.
– Frequent handwashing with soap and water or use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers is recommended.
– Vaccination and booster doses should be completed as per official guidelines.
– Individuals should monitor their health for symptoms and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen.
– Quarantine and isolation protocols should be followed strictly after a positive test or known exposure.
– Information should be obtained from reliable sources such as health authorities and official agencies.
Don’ts:
– Symptoms should not be ignored, nor should testing be delayed.
– Avoid close contact with those showing symptoms or tested positive for COVID-19.
– Medications should not be taken without consulting healthcare professionals.
Sources:
• https://covid19dashboard.mohfw.gov.in/
