In Himachal Pradesh, the total tally of COVID-19 patients have risen to 340 in the state. Nine fresh cases were reported in the state during the last 24 hours. Of these, four were from Chamba, two from Solan and one each from Hamirpur, Mandi and Una district.<br />'' <br />'' On the other hand, 118 COVID-19 patients have been recovered fully in the state so far. However, 213 active Corona patients are being treated in various hospitals of the state. Most of the patients testing positive are those who recently returned to the state from other parts of the country. Yesterday, 729 samples were sent for investigation out of which 403 have been found negative for  while the reports of 324 sample are yet to be received.<br />''  <br />