India’s Covid Toll In 2022 Likely Higher Than Reported: Govt Data
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India reported 8.6 million deaths in 2022, the lowest during the pandemic, but new data reveals at least 12 states and UTs undercounted Covid-19 deaths. While official figures showed 6,076 deaths, medical certification attributed 12,818 to Covid. Over half of deaths occurred without medical attention, indicating lingering health system stress despite signs of recovery.