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Surpassing 1,000 Cases: Emergence of COVID-19 Sub-Variant JN.1
The Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) has reported a significant rise in COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 cases, surpassing the 1,000 mark. Uttar Pradesh has become the latest state to join the list of 16 states and Union Territories (UTs) detecting its presence.
Regional Breakdown: As per INSACOG data, Karnataka leads with the highest number of cases at 214, followed by Maharashtra (170), Kerala (154), Andhra Pradesh (189), Gujarat (76), and Goa (66).
Spread Across States: Telangana and Rajasthan each recorded 32 JN.1 cases, Chhattisgarh reported 25, Tamil Nadu 22, Delhi 16, Uttar Pradesh 6, Haryana 5, Odisha 3, West Bengal 2, and Uttarakhand 1.
Total Cases: The cumulative tally stands at 1,013 JN.1 cases across the 16 states and UTs, prompting heightened vigilance from the Centre.
Government Advisory: With the rise in Covid cases and the detection of the JN.1 sub-variant, the Centre has urged states and Union territories to maintain constant vigilance to curb the spread
