Police personnel wear coronavirus-themed helmets. Photos: AFP/ Noah Seelam

Police officers in Hyderabad city donned big, spiky, goofy-looking red helmets that resemble the microscopic virus, in an effort to raise awareness as the covid cases and deaths soar in India.

Police officers came up with a unique way as they were spotted wearing coronavirus-themed helmets, shields while patrolling the streets.

Police personnel stand in formation as they take part in awareness campaign against the pandemic.

The helmet is covered in red spikes with bulbs on the end.

The act is intended to raise awareness about the dangerous illness and the importance of taking safeguards against it.

The helmet is covered in red spikes with bulbs on the end.

India on Thursday reported a record daily rise of 6,148 deaths.

The country's total COVID-19 caseload now stands at 29.2 million, while total fatalities are at 359,676, according to data from the health ministry.