The number of Omicron cases in India has risen to 578. Delhi reported 142 cases while 142 cases were detected in Maharashtra. They were followed by 57 cases in Kerala, 49 in Gujarat and 43 in Rajasthan. The total number of discharged Omicron patients stands at 151.

The police in Raipur have filed an FIR against Kalicharan Maharaj for using derogatory words against Mahatma Gandhi and hailing his killer Nathuram Godse. Kalicharan has been booked under sections 505(2) [Statements creating or promoting enmity, hatred or ill will between classes] and section 294 [obscene act in any public place] of the IPC.