Bengaluru is witnessing a steady uptick in Covid-19 cases over the past few weeks, prompting health officials to raise red flags and call for renewed vigilance among residents. The Karnataka Health Department has issued an advisory, urging people to strictly follow Covid-19 safety protocols as infections quietly climb.
On Friday, Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao revealed that out of 35 Covid-19 cases reported statewide this year, a staggering 32 have surfaced in Bengaluru alone. “While the rise over the past 20 days is gradual and the situation is not yet alarming, it is crucial that everyone continues to adhere to precautionary measures,” he stressed.
Special attention was directed toward vulnerable groups—including pregnant women, children, and those with compromised immune systems—who were advised to wear masks and regularly use hand sanitizers, especially in crowded places. The minister also encouraged anyone experiencing severe respiratory symptoms to get tested promptly, ensuring early treatment and limiting further spread.
Highlighting the ongoing challenge, officials confirmed that a nine-month-old infant from Hoskote, a suburb of Bengaluru, tested positive for Covid-19 on May 22 through a rapid antigen test. The baby is currently under medical care at Vani Vilas Hospital and, thankfully, shows no serious health complications.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah voiced his concern over the situation, drawing attention to recent spikes in Covid cases in international hotspots like Singapore and Hong Kong. Criticizing the central government for insufficient screening measures at borders, he warned that a similar surge could soon affect Karnataka. “Immediate action and stringent preventive measures from the Centre are essential to protect our citizens,” he urged.
As Bengaluru braces for the next phase of the pandemic, health authorities and citizens alike are reminded that vigilance remains the best defense against Covid-19’s silent resurgence.
