Maharashtra recorded 711 new COVID-19 cases with 218 from Mumbai, a jump of nearly 186% in a day, and 4 deaths in the last 24 hours. The state is conducting a mock drill next week to assess COVID-19 preparedness. However, the health minister asked people to remain vigilant and take precautions while not panicking as the COVID-19 numbers are increasing but with the mild variant. Six districts of Maharashtra are seeing a rise in daily positive patient numbers due to population density. India reported 3,038 new cases with active cases at 21,179.

Maharashtra has reported 711 new Covid-19 cases, a jump of nearly 186% in a day, with 218 of these cases from its capital Mumbai. The state has seen an increase in cases and deaths in the past week, with 11 deaths reported within seven days. Maharashtra Health Minister Tanaji Sawant has announced a mock drill to assess Covid preparedness following the surge in cases. However, Sawant stated that people should not panic but remain vigilant and take necessary precautions. Districts with higher population density, including Pune, Raigad, and Thane, have seen a rise in daily positive cases. The Health Ministry has also issued revised guidelines for COVID-19 treatment, stating that antibiotics should not be used unless there is suspicion of bacterial infection, and systemic corticosteroids should be avoided in mild cases. India reported 3,038 new coronavirus cases today, with the active cases increasing to 21,179.