New Delhi: India reported 864 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, taking the total number of active cases in the country to 4,302, according to data released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Wednesday (June 4). It said that most cases are mild and managed under home care.
The ministry said a total of 44 Covid-related deaths, primarily among individuals with pre-existing illnesses, have been reported in the country so far since January 1, 2025.
Health Ministry reviews the current COVID-19 situation
In view of the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in India, series of technical review meetings were held on June 2 and and 3 under chairpersonship of Dr Sunita Sharma, Director General of Health Services (DGHS) with representatives of Disaster Management Cell, Emergency Management Response (EMR) Cell, National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and Central Government Hospitals in Delhi and with representatives from all States and UTs to evaluate the current COVID-19 situation and preparedness measures.
