India’s next Covid wave could hit differently as immunity already rises

Immunity data suggests most people may have already had Covid

India is among several emerging economies rethinking Covid response as a new wave looms. With immunization around 45% and antibody surveys indicating much of the population has already been infected, experts argue the next surge may be less severe than earlier outbreaks. The shift is pushing policymakers toward targeted strategies rather than one-size-fits-all measures.