45 new Covid cases were reported in Maharashtra on Friday, the state health department said in a release. While Mumbai logged 35 new cases, Pune reported four. Two cases each were reported from Raigad and Kolhapur, and one each from Thane and Latur.
Three deaths have been reported to date, all from Mumbai. The third death was reported on Friday, according to the release.
The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) said that all the patients in its jurisdiction had mild symptoms. The civic body has also urged people not to panic and to ensure they take appropriate measures, such as maintaining hygiene. Those with comorbid conditions should take extra care, it added.
Meanwhile, the Delhi government on Friday issued a Covid advisory, asking hospitals to ensure the availability of beds, oxygen, medicines and vaccines.
“Hospitals must ensure preparedness in terms of the availability of beds, oxygen, antibiotics, other drugs, and vaccines. All equipment such as ventilators, Bi-PAP, oxygen concentrators and PSA systems must be in functional condition,” it stated.
"While Covid is now considered another type of viral infection, basic precautions such as hand hygiene, wearing masks in crowded areas, and avoiding unnecessary gatherings are still encouraged," the statement added.
