Bangalore Covid Cases: Bengaluru records three Covid-19 deaths amidst concerns; Karnataka prepares for increased testing
In Bengaluru, three recent Covid-19 deaths prompted concern, though no JN.1 cases were reported in Karnataka. The city recorded 22 fresh cases, signaling a slight rise. BBMP plans random testing following Kerala's surge. Anticipating a peak in January and a drop by February-end, the government aims for 1,500 daily tests. 59 cases from December 1 to 19, mainly in the east, led to a strategy of 1,050 RT-PCR and 450 antigen tests. BBMP officials affirmed readiness for increased testing as per government directives.
Source: indiatimes.com