West Bengal on Wednesday recorded 3,281 new COVID-19 cases, taking its total case tally to 2,57,049.
With 59 more deaths, the State’s toll has risen to 4,958. There are now 26,332 active cases, while the recovery rate is 87.83%. Of the latest deaths, 11 were recorded in Kolkata, taking the city’s toll to 1,710. North 24 Parganas recorded 18 deaths, pushing its toll to 1,106.
Kolkata recorded 672 new cases, raising its tally to 56,412. North 24 Parganas reported 661 new cases, pushing its tally to 51,499. Of the victims, 85.1% (4,221) had comorbidities.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said schools in the State will open only after Kali Puja.
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