247 new coronavirus cases detected in Gujarat; 11 more die

Ahmedabad, Apr 27 () The number of coronavirusinfections in Gujarat rose to 3,548 on Monday after 247 newcases were detected, while the death toll crossed the 160-mark, a health department official said.

As many as 11 more COVID-19 patients died in thestate, taking the toll to 162, Jayanti Ravi, PrincipalSecretary (Health), said.

Ahmedabad reported 197 new cases, taking the tally inthe district to 2,378, while in Surat, the count rose to 564with 30 new additions, she said.

Out of the 11 deceased COVID-19 patients, sevensuffered from co-morbid conditions (pre-existing illnesses),Ravi said.

As many as 81 patients were discharged on Monday,taking the total number of cured people to 394, she said.

Gujarat currently has 2,992 active patients, of which31 are on ventilator, she said.

Gujarat COVID-19 figures are as follow: Positivecases: 3,548, new cases: 247, deaths: 162, discharged: 394,active cases: 2,992; people tested so far: 53,575. KA PDRSY RSY