Mumbai: Maharashtra has reported 43 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, pushing the number of active cases in the state to 209, an official said on Monday.
According to the Public Health Department, Mumbai continues to lead the surge, recording 35 new infections, while Pune reported eight. The state has logged a total of 242 COVID-19 cases so far in May, marking a significant increase compared to previous months.
Since January 1, Maharashtra has conducted 7,389 COVID-19 tests, with 300 individuals testing positive. Of these, Mumbai alone has accounted for 248 cases, representing over 80 per cent of the state’s total infections this year. The majority of recent cases have presented with only mild symptoms, and health officials have reassured the public that there is no cause for alarm.
The state has recorded four COVID-19-related deaths since May 18, all involving patients with significant underlying health conditions such as kidney disease, cancer, cerebrovascular disease, and severe diabetes. Officials have clarified that while these patients tested positive for COVID-19, their comorbidities were the primary causes of death.
In response to the uptick in cases, the Health Department has initiated enhanced surveillance for influenza-like illness and severe acute respiratory infections across Maharashtra. Most current COVID-19 patients are experiencing only mild symptoms, and testing and treatment facilities remain available at government hospitals. Authorities have urged citizens not to panic but remain vigilant and seek testing if symptoms persist.
