COVID Wave Hits Asia Again: Thailand & Singapore Hit Hard, India Stays Cautious

Asia is seeing a sharp surge in Covid-19 cases, with Thailand observing a doubling of cases over a single week. The majority of fresh cases are among the 30-39 age group, particularly in Bangkok, as hospitals are admitting more patients. Singapore too is noticing an increase, being propelled by new Covid strains LF.7 and NB.1.8.

Health officials warned that declining immunity and new variants can lead to repeated infection waves. In the meantime, India‘s health authorities insist that the nation’s Covid situation is still in check with very few active cases. The area has to stay on its guard as it confronts changing challenges in combating the pandemic.

Thailand: Dramatic Rise in Covid Cases

Thailand’s Department of Disease Control reported 33,030 cases of Covid last week. This is double the figure of last week’s 16,000 cases. Bangkok alone contributed at least 6,000 new cases. Of the total, 1,918 patients were admitted to hospitals, and two deaths were reported in Sukhothai and Kanchanaburi provinces.

Authorities reported that a majority of infections are among the age group of 30 to 39 years. They called for the public to wear masks and take antigen test kits if they experience symptoms such as fever, cough, or tiredness.

Singapore: Surge Attributed to New Strains

Singapore is also seeing an increase in Covid cases, from 11,100 to 14,200 cases in two weeks. The Ministry of Health has labeled LF.7 and NB.1.8, which are offsprings of variant JN.1, as the predominant strains responsible for infections. These variants are responsible for over two-thirds of locally sequenced cases.

The present Covid shots are prepared using the JN.1 variant. Officials attribute the surge to waning immunity and anticipate periodic waves like other endemic respiratory illnesses.

India Keeps Guard Up During Regional Spike

India’s health officials are keeping an eye on the Covid spike in neighboring nations such as Singapore and Hong Kong. A recent expert session, led by the Director General of Health Services, discussed the situation.

The experts opined that India’s Covid situation is still in control. On May 19, 2025, the nation had just 257 active cases, a very small figure in light of India’s size population. The government continues to promote caution and readiness.

Navigating the New wave

The Covid spike in Asia highlights the virus’s ongoing danger. Nations are weighing reopening with public health protection. New variants and declining immunity imply sporadic infections will persist.

Still, vaccination and early diagnosis remain key weapons. As Thailand and Singapore register growing cases, India’s subdued situation inspires hope and serves as a template for continued management.