Karnataka has reported a total of 35 active COVID-19 cases so far in 2025, with 32 of them concentrated in Bengaluru.
In response to this uptick, the state government has issued an advisory urging citizens to stay alert and adhere to COVID-appropriate behaviour (CAB), although officials maintain that the overall situation remains under control. The advisory, released on Friday, highlighted a gradual but noticeable increase in infections over the past three weeks. While no deaths related to COVID-19 have been reported this year, the government emphasized the importance of extra caution, particularly for vulnerable groups.
“Although the numbers remain low, precaution is better than cure,” the advisory noted. It specifically urged pregnant women, young children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions or weakened immune systems to wear face masks in public spaces. Citizens have also been encouraged to maintain hand hygiene and use sanitizers frequently. Officials further advised anyone experiencing symptoms of Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) to get tested without delay. Early testing, they said, can help ensure timely care and contain any potential spread.
Meanwhile, a nine-month-old baby from Hoskote in Bengaluru Rural district has tested positive for COVID-19, marking one of the youngest confirmed cases this year. The child was first taken to a private hospital and later shifted to the government-run Vani Vilas Hospital in Bengaluru for specialized care. The infant is reported to be stable and under observation. Confirming the case, the Principal Secretary of the Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Department stated that the child had tested positive through a Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) on May 22.
The latest case follows the earlier announcement that the state had 16 active COVID-19 cases as of May 21. On the national level, India had recorded 257 active cases as of May 19, according to the Union Health Ministry. As the state takes a proactive stance, officials reiterated the importance of public cooperation in preventing a larger outbreak. They urged citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to the guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
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