Covid cases in Gujarat breach 1,200 mark, 23 hospitalised

Gujarat has recorded 1,227 active cases of Covid-19, with 223 reported in the last 24 hours on Tuesday. Monday marked one death by Covid in the state, where a patient passed away in Rajkot.

Health authorities have intensified monitoring in affected areas and urged citizens to remain vigilant.

Of the active cases, 23 patients are currently hospitalised, while 1,204 are receiving OPD-based treatment.

Meanwhile, 105 patients have recovered and been discharged.

At the national level, the Union Health Ministry reported 6,491 active cases across India on Monday. While no new deaths were reported on Monday, six fatalities were recorded on Sunday. Since the beginning of 2025, India has seen a total of 65 Covid-related deaths, with 6,861 recoveries from 6,491 registered active cases.

Gujarat health officials have not ruled out the possibility of localised outbreaks and have advised the public to resume basic precautions such as mask usage in crowded areas, regular hand hygiene, and avoiding unnecessary travel, especially for vulnerable populations.

In response to the recent rise in Covid-19 cases, government hospitals across Gujarat have begun stepping up their preparedness to handle any potential surge.

Civil Hospitals in major cities like Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Vadodara, and Surat have reactivated their Covid wards and isolation facilities. Special attention is being given to ensuring the availability of oxygen beds, ventilators, and essential medicines such as antivirals and corticosteroids. Health officials are conducting regular audits of medical infrastructure, stockpiling kits, and ensuring that healthcare workers are briefed on updated treatment protocols.

(with inputs from syndicated feed)