Corona spike hits New Delhi hard - 161 deaths

The weeklong coronavirus lockdown imposed has created a chaotic situation the Indian capital New Delhi. There is little control of the situation as the healthcare system is unable to face up to the explosive surge in infections.

Ambulances filled with many dead bodies are arriving at crematoriums while a hospital bed has become a luxury.
Dr. Suresh Kumar, who heads Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital, one of New Delhi’s largest hospitals for treating COVID-19 patients said that there is a shortage of oxygen.

The situation in will certainly have a impact on vaccine exports and Sri Lanka also may be affected.

According to India’s health ministry Monday, Delhi reported 25,462 cases and 161 deaths in the last 24 hours.