Coronavirus hotspot areas in Gujarat; measures taken by the government to curb the spread

coronavirus has claimed to have taken lives of 119,686 people all around world. According to reports, re are about 8988 cases that have been tested positive in India. Government of India, along with health authorities, are taking preventive measures in combating this deadly virus.

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi recently addressed to citizens of country regarding vel coronavirus. He also extended nationwide lockdown in India till May 3, 2020, for safety of people. Here’s taking a closer look at number of cases and hotspot areas in state of Gujarat, India.

Coronavirus hotspot areas in Gujarat

According to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, re are currently about 539 active cases in state of Gujarat with 54 recovered cases and 26 fatal cases. state is currently under a complete lockdown as advised by Prime Minister and State Government to ensure safety among citizens.

It was also reported that government of Gujarat has identified 15 hotspots in four cities. It was also reported by State health department that se areas have more positive cases and transmission. Out of 15 hotspots, that are Ahmedabad, Surat, Gandhinagar, Bhavnagar, Vadodara, Porbandar, Rajkot, Gir Somnath, Kutch, Mehsana, Patan, Panchmahal, Jamnagar Chhota Udepur and Morbi 

As per government reports, all coronavirus hotspots areas in Gujarat are under complete lockdown. It is also said that citizens are t allowed to move out of ir house completely, except for medical emergencies. Special ambulances are made available to people.

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How to prevent coronavirus as stated by Government of India

Government of India has been sharing precautions on its website on how to prevent spread of COVID-19. Some of measures to practise frequently are washing your hands, using sanitiser, wearing a mask when in contact with anybody, stay away from people who show symptoms of virus. Here is post by Government of India to keep safe during pandemic.

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Data Source – Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as on 14 April 2020, 08:00 GMT+5:30