Karnataka, located in the south-western region of India, has a population of 69 million. It reported its first case of novel coronavirus on 9 March and two days later, the state became the first in India to invoke Epidemic Disease Act 1897.
As of 17 August, the state has reported 233283 cases with a case fatality rate of 1.8%. The response strategy of the state, including contact tracing, isolation, and treatment is primarily guided by use of technology and innovative approaches.
Data collection and dissemination of information is done through web-applications and telecommunications. Effective partnerships between the public and private sector, community engagement, and the vibrant IT sector in the state has contributed in strengthening the