Delhi has recorded 1,777 H1N1 cases this season, marking a significant increase compared to the 229 cases reported during the monsoon period in 2025.
Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh stated that hospitals are adequately prepared with dedicated ICU beds and isolation wards to manage the rising number of patients visiting outpatient departments.
Medical experts attribute the sudden surge to weather changes, advising vulnerable groups to prioritize annual influenza vaccinations and maintain hand hygiene to prevent further respiratory complications.