COVID-19: 115 deaths reported globally due to Omicron, one in India

DELHI, Jan 13: A total of 115 people have died across the world due to the Omicron variant of COVID-19 so far, out of which, one death has been reported in India, informed Lav Agarwal, Joint Secretary, Union Health Ministry on Wednesday.

Addressing the Health ministry briefing here today, Agarwal said, "Total 115 confirmed deaths globally due to Omicron and 1 death in India." "Omicron has a substantial growth advantage over Delta as per WHO...Data from South Africa, the UK, Canada, Denmark suggests a reduced risk of hospitalisation for Omicron compared to Delta," Agarwal said.