Kerala leads COVID-19 spike with 430 active cases as India's total crosses 1,000

Kerala has the highest number of active COVID-19 cases in the country, according to data shared by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Monday. The state currently has 430 active cases.

Since 19 May, Kerala has recorded 335 new COVID-19 infections, the central government data showed. The state also reported the highest number of recoveries during this period, with 105 people discharged after treatment.

Two COVID-related deaths were recorded in Kerala since 19 May.


Across India, there are currently 1,010 active COVID-19 cases, according to the central data.

Other states with a noticeable number of cases include Maharashtra (209), Delhi (104), Gujarat (83), and Karnataka (47).

Earlier, a 21-year-old COVID-19 patient from Mumbra, who was being treated at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Kalwa Hospital in Thane after testing positive, passed away, according to the Thane Municipal Corporation. He had been admitted to the hospital on 22 May 2025.

On Saturday, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava looked into the rise in COVID-19 cases across several states, especially in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, as per official sources.

Most of the new cases are said to be mild and are being managed at home. However, the Union Health Ministry is staying alert and is keeping a close watch on the situation through its various agencies, officials said.

The ministry also mentioned that most cases do not require hospital care. The country is still tracking respiratory illnesses through the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

The Union Health Ministry remains on guard, taking steps to ensure public safety. Even though COVID-19 is now treated like other viral infections, people are still advised to follow basic precautions such as washing hands regularly, wearing masks in crowded places, and avoiding unnecessary gatherings.

How to stay safe from COVID-19:

• Wear a mask in crowded or closed spaces.
• Wash your hands regularly with soap or use hand sanitiser.
• Avoid touching your face, especially eyes, nose and mouth.
• Maintain physical distance in public areas.
• Stay home if you're feeling unwell, and seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
• Keep rooms well-ventilated and avoid gatherings if you’re sick.

Inputs from PTI