While the entire world is concerned about the HMPV outbreak in China, the first case of the virus has been detected in India's Bengaluru city. "A 3-month-old female infant, who was diagnosed with HMPV after being admitted to Baptist Hospital, Bengaluru with a history of bronchopneumonia. She has been since discharged. An 8-month-old male infant, who tested positive for HMPV on January 3, 2025, after being admitted to Baptist Hospital, Bengaluru, with a history of bronchopneumonia. The infant is now recovering," the government has confirmed.
It is important to note that neither of the affected patients have any history of international travel, the official statement confirms.
