Summary:
Delhi might be one of the worst coronavirus-hit regions in the country but the number of Covid-19 patients recovering in the national capital far exceed the rate of fresh infections or ‘active cases’.
Delhi has faired well this month as compared to June concerning the coronavirus situation.
By July 15, Delhi was expected to witness 2.25 lakh coronavirus cases but only 1.15 lakh cases have been reported till date.
It was estimated that 34 thousand beds would be needed across hospitals but around 10 thousand beds are currently unoccupied across various hospitals in Delhi.
Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said this is the result of collective efforts by all, adding that while the infection seems to be under control, the administration’s preparedness is necessary.
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New Delhi: Delhi might be one of the worst coronavirus-hit regions in the country but the number of Covid-19 patients recovering in the national capital far exceed the rate of fresh infections or ‘active cases’.
Delhi has faired well this month as compared to June concerning the coronavirus situation.
By July 15, Delhi was expected to witness 2.25 lakh coronavirus cases but only 1.15 lakh cases have been reported till date.
It was estimated that 34 thousand beds would be needed across hospitals but around 10 thousand beds are currently unoccupied across various hospitals in Delhi.
Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said this is the result of collective efforts by all, adding that while the infection seems to be under control, the administration’s preparedness is necessary.
A host of factors have contributed to Delhi’s strong hold on the spread of coronavirus.
Ramped up testing
Coronavirus cases were rapidly increasing in Delhi in the first week of June.
At that time, around 5,500 tests were being done daily in the national capital which has now been increased to more than 21 thousand.
Increased number of beds
In the first week of June, there were only 700 corona beds in eight private hospitals.