As India continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, the country has reported a surge in new cases over the past few days. According to the latest data from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India recorded 131,968 new cases on April 8, bringing the total number of cases in the country to over 13.5 million.
The state of Maharashtra, which has been the hardest hit by the pandemic, reported 43,183 new cases on April 8, taking its total number of cases to over 3 million. Other states that have been reporting a high number of cases include Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka.
The rising number of cases has put a strain on India's healthcare system, with hospitals and medical facilities struggling to keep up with the demand for beds, oxygen, and other critical resources. The government has ramped up efforts to increase the availability of these resources, with states being directed to set up COVID-19 care centers and hospitals, and to ensure an adequate supply of medical oxygen.
India has also launched a massive vaccination drive, with over 90 million doses administered so far. However, the pace of vaccination has been slow in some parts of the country, with several states reporting shortages of vaccines.
The surge in cases has led to calls for stricter measures to control the spread of the virus. Some states have already announced restrictions on gatherings, while others are considering imposing lockdowns. The central government has urged people to follow COVID-19 protocols, including wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and avoiding large gatherings.
As the pandemic continues to pose a challenge for India, experts have emphasized the importance of ramping up vaccination efforts, as well as adhering to COVID-19 protocols to reduce the spread of the virus.
