So, while the third wave seems to have achieved its peak in Mumbai, if other districts also implement strict measures to control the virus spread, the national peak may come within 2-3 weeks after the Mumbai peak, the report said. It added that the share of vacant beds has seen an increase at all major centres, indicating India is much well-prepared to tackle the ongoing wave. In Mumbai, case share is maximum in the 30-39 age group, while death count is maximum in the 60-69 age bracket. Active beds to total capacity have also come down from the second wave, the report said.

Source: The Nation Bangkok January 19, 2022 02:05 UTC