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Andhra Pradesh Sees 49 New COVID-19 Cases in Two Weeks, Guntur Declared Hotspot
✍️ The South First
🗓 27 Jul 2026, 01:48 PM
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In the past fortnight, Andhra Pradesh recorded 49 new COVID‑19 cases, with Guntur city emerging as a fresh hotspot prompting intensified surveillance by state authorities.
Andhra Pradesh reported 49 new COVID‑19 cases over the last two weeks, a figure that reflects a modest rise compared to earlier periods. The state’s health department noted that the majority of these cases were concentrated in the city of Guntur.
Guntur has been flagged as a new hotspot, leading authorities to tighten surveillance measures. Enhanced testing, contact tracing, and temporary restrictions on large gatherings have been announced for the region.
Officials emphasized that the uptick is being monitored closely, with plans to deploy additional medical resources if the trend continues. Residents are urged to adhere to mask‑wearing guidelines and to seek testing if they experience symptoms.
The state’s health director stated that the current case numbers do not yet indicate a surge but warrant vigilance to prevent further spread.
Guntur has been flagged as a new hotspot, leading authorities to tighten surveillance measures. Enhanced testing, contact tracing, and temporary restrictions on large gatherings have been announced for the region.
Officials emphasized that the uptick is being monitored closely, with plans to deploy additional medical resources if the trend continues. Residents are urged to adhere to mask‑wearing guidelines and to seek testing if they experience symptoms.
The state’s health director stated that the current case numbers do not yet indicate a surge but warrant vigilance to prevent further spread.