nCov cases triple within a week in Bharuch, Narmada

Bharuch/ Surat: The second wave of Covid-19 has gripped the industrial district — Bharuch and neighbouring Narmada, which is home to world’s tallest statue — the Statue of Unity (SoU).
Going by the official data, the total number of Covid-19 cases in Bharuch has now reached 3,969 of which 173 cases are active. Even as the official death toll stands at 32, more than 500 people have been created at Covid-19 special crematorium till Saturday.
According to officials, death due to comorbidity is not considered as death due to Covid-19.
In view of the sudden spike, the district administration has advised industrial units to strictly implement the Covid-19 SOPs.
Large number of employees working with industries in Dahej, Ankleshwar, Jhagadia and Ankleshwar are also affected with Covid-19 as the cases are rapidly rising.
Earlier, there were ten Covid-19 designated hospitals in Bharuch district. These included six private hospitals and four run with government support.
Currently, however, there are seven Covid-19 designated hospitals including six private hospitals and Bharuch civil hospital. Sources said, the situation for those seeking hospitalisation is worsening as there is shortage of Covid-19 beds in hospitals in Bharuch and neighbouring Ankleshwar.
Narmada too has seen a sudden spike in Covid-19 cases. With addition of 28 fresh cases on Friday, the total number of Covid-19 cases in the tourist hub has touched 2,148 of which 151 cases are active.