Kathmandu: With the change in weather, people have started suffering from coronavirus symptoms such as common cold, fever, and flu. Director at the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division, Dr. Chandra Bhal Jha, reported that coronavirus infections have been observed in individuals returning from India.
According to National News Agency Nepal, a total of 160 people have been infected with coronavirus since January 1, 2025. Dr. Jha noted that 30 new cases were recorded in the past week, with five emerging in the last 24 hours. The highest number of infections was reported in Bagmati Province with 129 cases, followed by Sudurpaschim Province with 17 cases, Madhes Province with five, and three cases each in Koshi, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces.
Dr. Jha also mentioned that 640 antigen test kits have been distributed at border points, and plans are underway to procure additional kits to address the ongoing risk of coronavirus infection.
In related developments, Dr. Yubanidhi Basaula, Director of the Shukraraj Tropical and Infectious Disease Hospital, noted an increase in patients suffering from symptoms such as common cold and fever. Meanwhile, Spokesperson at the Ministry of Health and Population, Dr. Prakash Budhathoki, attributed the presence of coronavirus infections in Nepal partly to the open border with India.