Omicron’s frightening pace in Delhi: 84% of samples test positive for variant

Coronavirus cases continue to increase at a rapid pace in Delhi, with 200+ patients in hospital. Omicron variant has been detected in 84% of the cases recorded in the last 2 days. Delhi, currently in 'Yellow' alert, now faces the prospects of curbs being tightened further. The Delhi Health Minister has assured that the Coronavirus situation is under control, stating that 'not many people are developing severe disease'. Some experts have estimated that Delhi may hit the peak within a week.