Fact Check: Has IIT Kanpur predicted third wave from July 15? Well, there are lots of ifs, buts and jabs in between

Even when the second wave of the pandemic was at its peak, health experts in India had warned of an impending third wave. Recent cases caused by the Delta Plus variant of coronavirus have only added to the fear.

Even when the second wave of the pandemic was at its peak, health experts in India had warned of an impending third wave. Recent cases caused by the Delta Plus variant of coronavirus have only added to the fear. Amid this, a Facebook post with an image of a graph claims that researchers at IIT Kanpur have predicted the third wave will hit India from July 15. “As per IIT Kanpur model, 3rd wave can hit India from 15 Th July onwards. You will note that their prediction about the 2nd wave was absolutely correct,” reads the caption.