Covid-19: India reports 24,492 new infections, 131 deaths in 24 hours

In past few days, surge in COVID-19 cases raised concerns for the government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet CMs on March 17 amid rising cases. Country recorded 24,492 new COVID-19 cases which is the highest single day spike in 2021. 3,29,47,432 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to the beneficiaries in the country so far.