The state also saw recoveries of 17,323 new patients. In the last few days, in a positive development, the number of new cases has decreased, while recoveries have increased.
So far 12.29 lakh of patients have been cured and discharged from hospitals. The number of active patients stands at 2.36 lakh.
The state reported 302 deaths, bringing the death count to 39,732, it said.
The patient recovery rate in the state is 81.63 percent.
Maharashtra COVID-19 Count:
Positive cases: 15,06,018
New cases: 12,134
Death toll: 39,732
High: 12,29,339
Active cases: 2,36,491
2,289 new cases in
The city of Mumbai reported 2,289 positive cases during the day, bringing its overall case count to 2.25 lakh, while its death toll rose to 9,343.
Mahim,
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