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A total of 38 COVID-19 positive cases have been detected today and the total number of positive cases in the State now stands at 3,558. Further, active surveillance and contact tracing is also in progress to prevent further spreading of the infection.

Out of the 3,558 positive cases, the recovered cases are 1,706. The total active cases presently are 1,838 and there are 7 deaths. As per the severity of symptoms, 1,835 active cases are asymptomatic and 3 active cases are moderate.

Further, out of the 3,558 positive cases, the distribution across various categories of people are: 1,561 cases from Armed Forces, 1,189 cases from Returnees, 238 cases from Frontline Workers, 516 cases from Traced Contacts and 54 cases of Others.

A total of 32,906 samples have been sent for testing through RT-PCR and results of 31,509 samples have been received. In addition, a total of 21,317 samples have been sent for testing on Truenat.

A total of 1,647 persons are presently under Facility Quarantine.

Please practise frequent hand washing with soap and water or alcohol based sanitizers and always wear face mask in public places.

(DIPR)