26 new cases in Andhra Pradesh, tally surges to 252

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], April 5 : With 26 new coronavirus positive cases being reported in Andhra Pradesh, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases spiked to 252 in the State, said Arja Srikanth, State Nodal Officer on Sunday.

"The total Number of COVID-19 positive cases in Andhra Pradesh stands at 252 after 26 more cases were found today in Kurnool. 5 patients have completely recovered and discharged," said Srikanth.

As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in India is 3,577 so far, while 83 deaths have been reported.

( With inputs from ANI )