Rajasthan sees over 1,300 Covid positive cases for six days in a row

JAIPUR: The state is witnessing over 1,300 Covid-19 cases for the six consecutive days. With 1,335 fresh infections on Friday, the total count mounted to 67,954 in the state. Twelve deaths were also reported on Friday, taking the total tally to 933. Besides, the state capital saw 151 positive cases
“We have started random sampling and also taking samples from the rural areas which is the reason why there has been a spike in the number of cases for the past 30 days. Earlier, we had witnessed more than 1,200 cases, now, it has increased to 1,300 cases. With the increase in cases, we are also witnessing increase in the number of persons getting discharged,” said an officer with the medical and health department.
As per the data released by the medical and health department, out of the total 12 deaths in the state, three deaths were reported from Jaipur followed by two deaths from Tonk, while one deaths each was reported from Bharatpur, Bikaner, Jalore, Rajsamand, Sikar and Udaipur. “All these patients had co-morbidity and were those who had symptoms and were ignoring it,” said the officer.
Jodhpur on Friday got 175 corona positive cases and was followed by Sikar which witnessed 173 cases. “Sikar is a surprise as there is a sudden increase in the cases. It has come from a particular pocket where the district authorities with medical team have followed the SOPs and intensified sampling and containment,” the officer added.
With 151 fresh cases the Jaipur got its total count of 8315 Covid-19 positive cases. “With three deaths in the city the total number of persons died of Covid-19 in Jaipur took the toll to 248,” said an officer.
In Jaipur cases came from post colonies like Bani Park, Vaishali Nagar, Jawahar Nagar, Jhotwara, Sodala, Tilak Nagar and other areas. “Cases have also been reported from Rajasthan High court and Central Jail,” said an
On Friday cases came from every district in the state.
Meanwhile, out of the 20,62,109 samples 67,954 found Covid-19 positive. “Out of the total cases, we now have 14,525 active cases. So far 52,348 persons have been discharged from hospitals,” said an officer.