Bengaluru has confirmed Karnataka’s fourth COVID-linked fatality of the year, raising fresh concerns over a mild spike in infections. The victim, a 63-year-old male battling oral cancer and tuberculosis, passed away on May 29 at a private hospital. He had been admitted on May 21 due to overall weakness and was undergoing chemotherapy. His death was attributed to jugular vein thrombosis and severe weight loss from cancer, with COVID-19 detected incidentally during treatment.
As per the health department, the state’s active COVID count stands at 238. In the last 24 hours, 58 new infections emerged while 53 individuals were discharged. Karnataka has so far recorded 425 cases, 183 recoveries, and four deaths since January 2025. The current positivity rate is 13.8%, and the fatality ratio is pegged at 1.7%.
Hospitalization remains low, with just 13 patients admitted — only one of whom is in the ICU — while the majority, 225, are recuperating at home.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao urged citizens not to panic, assuring that the state is closely observing developments. “The situation is under control. Any necessary action will follow central government recommendations,” he stated.
To bolster preparedness, the government has ensured stockpiles of 2,500 rapid antigen kits, 1.3 lakh RNA extraction kits, 5,000 RT-PCR kits, and 2 lakh viral transport medium vials, with more testing materials on the way.
Weekly advisory committee reviews have been mandated. No travel restrictions are planned for now, including to neighboring Kerala.
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