Nipah Virus in India: Symptoms to Watch and Stay Protected

India has now seen multiple Nipah outbreaks — primarily in Kerala, with the most recent cases confirmed by the WHO in January 2026, including two cases among healthcare workers in West Bengal. In 2025, four confirmed cases were reported in Kerala alone, with two deaths. The case fatality rate for Nipah ranges between 40% and 75%, making it one of the deadliest viruses known to medicine.