It’s June 2025, and just when we all thought COVID-19 was completely behind us, it seems to be quietly making a return. Not like the storm it once was — no sirens, no lockdowns, no fear — but more like a soft knock on the door, reminding us that it still exists.
Over the past few days, I’ve noticed more people around me coughing, sneezing, and complaining about mild fever. At first, it felt like the usual seasonal change, but then the numbers started to show up.
Currently, Delhi has reported more than 521 confirmed cases. Gujarat has crossed 525, and Maharashtra is slightly higher with 526 cases. As for Kerala, it is seeing a steady rise and is now among the states with the most ongoing cases, having crossed 1,330 total cases. All the states’ statistics can be seen at this government portal – https://covid19dashboard.mohfw.gov.in/
Across the country, active infections have slowly climbed above the 4,302 mark. While it may not feel like much compared to past surges, the upward trend is enough to raise concerns among health authorities.
The twist is — this time, the virus is wearing a softer mask. No intense symptoms. People feel tired, maybe a little feverish, a bit of cough… and that’s it. Since these signs are so mild, many assume it’s just seasonal flu or fatigue and skip testing altogether. That’s where the risk is. Silent spreaders.
Doctors are talking about new versions of the virus — still part of the Omicron family — that spread fast but don’t hit hard. Still, they’re keeping an eye on them. And the government isn’t taking chances either. Hospitals are running checks, oxygen stocks are being reviewed, and mock drills are being done — not out of panic, but as a precaution.
I think the biggest learning from this new phase is simple: we don’t need to panic, but we can’t be careless either. Especially for older people or those with long-term health conditions, this “mild” COVID can still cause trouble.
So if you’re reading this and wondering what to do — just keep it easy. Wash your hands. Wear a mask if you’re feeling sick. Don’t ignore symptoms. Maybe don’t visit your grandparents if you’ve got a sore throat.
COVID may not make loud headlines anymore, but it’s still lingering in the background. It’s not shouting for attention, but that doesn’t mean we should ignore it. Quiet situations can still carry risk — and a little caution now can save a lot of trouble later.
