A man from Ramanattukara, Kozhikode, Kerala, was tested positive for Nipah on 11 June 2026. The patient is in critical condition. The infection is suspected to be linked to bat exposure while cleaning a storage facility. A total of 77 contacts have been identified.
Nipah virus outbreaks have been reported previously in Kerala and other states of India.
Follow official and media reports. Follow local instructions.
Avoid contact with sick persons and animals (bats) and avoid contact with their excreta. Avoid consumption of raw fruit juices and unwashed, especially bitten, tree fruits or vegetables. Consult a doctor if symptoms appear. There is neither a vaccination for humans nor a specific treatment.