Covid 19 Cases Singapore and India

As of May 20, 2025, Singapore is experiencing a moderate resurgence in COVID-19 cases amid the global spread of a new Omicron subvariant, tentatively named Omicron JN.1.8.

In contrast, India has reported a relatively low number of daily cases, with 257 new infections recorded in the last 24 hours, reflecting a stable national situation.

Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH) has reported an average of 2,800 new COVID-19 cases daily over the past week — a significant rise from the 1,900 daily average the week prior. Authorities attribute the increase to the expected cyclical nature of the virus in its endemic phase, along with the spread of the new variant.

Hospitalisation remains manageable, with around 120 patients currently admitted for COVID-19-related illness, and 12 in intensive care units (ICUs). Most new infections are mild or asymptomatic, largely due to the country’s high vaccination and booster coverage.

More than 93% of Singapore’s population has completed the primary vaccine series, while 87% have received at least one booster. The rollout of updated bivalent booster shots targeting the latest variants is underway, prioritising seniors, healthcare workers, and vulnerable individuals

Health Minister Ong Ye Kung assured the public, stating, “We are watching the trend closely. There is no cause for alarm, but we urge everyone to exercise personal responsibility, especially in crowded settings.”

Singapore has not reinstated any major restrictions. Mask-wearing remains optional but is encouraged on public transport and in healthcare settings. ART kits continue to be distributed through community centres, and testing capacity remains readily available.

India’s COVID-19 Situation Stable

India, meanwhile, continues to report low daily case numbers, with just 257 new cases nationwide on May 20, 2025, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The majority of states and union territories have recorded minimal or zero new infections in recent days.

Health experts in India believe that widespread immunity — both from vaccination and prior infection — has helped contain the spread of the virus. Hospitalisation rates remain very low, and no major clusters or severe cases have been reported in recent weeks.

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya commented, “India is in a stable position, but we continue to monitor variant activity globally. Public hygiene, testing, and targeted vaccination remain our core strategies.”

Authorities are maintaining vigilant genomic surveillance to detect any emerging variants early. Updated booster campaigns are being offered in healthcare facilities and to vulnerable populations, although uptake has slowed due to the low perceived risk.