Gujarat reports 203 new Covid-19 cases, active tally reaches 1,281

For the third consecutive day, the new Covid-19 cases in Gujarat were lower than the previous day. On Wednesday, the state reported 203 new cases, taking the active case tally to 1,281.

Of these, 23 patients were hospitalised, while 1,258 were under OPD-based treatment.

The number of discharged patients on Wednesday was 149. No lives were lost due to Covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

On Monday, a 55-year-old man, who was undergoing treatment at the Civil Hospital, succumbed to the infection after experiencing symptoms for four days. Medical officials confirmed the patient also suffered from comorbidities, including diabetes, which may have worsened his condition.

This fatality marked the first Covid-related death in Rajkot amid a gradual spike in infections.

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

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)