In the past 24 hours, Goa has reported a notable increase in new COVID-19 cases, crossing the double-digit mark. Fortunately, no deaths were recorded during this period, and only one hospitalization was reported.

Adding to the complexity of the situation, a descendant of the Omicron lineage, identified as JN.1, has emerged as one of the fastest-spreading viruses in recent weeks. The swift transmission of this variant raises concerns about its potential impact on public health.