Coronavirus toll in Maharashtra crosses 100, positive cases tally goes past 1,500

A worker sprays disinfectant outside a sanitizer cabin to curb the spread of coronavirus, during the nationwide lockdown, in Palghar. (Credit: PTI)

The toll in Maharashtra crossed 100 on Friday even as the positive progressive cases went past 1,500.

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On Thursday evening, according to the report of the state's Public Health department, the casualties stood at 97 and positive cases at 1,364.

Municipal Corporation Greater Mumbai bulletin with latest COVID-19 update

In the Friday (April 1) evening report, the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation has confirmed 10 deaths in Mumbai city and suburbs, while 218 COVID-19 positive cases were recorded - thus taking the total infections to more than 1,500.

The state's compilation report is expected soon.

Municipal Corporation Greater Mumbai bulletin with latest COVID-19 update

The BMC also said that contract tracing of 775 patients, has led to the identification of 4,028 high-risk individuals. Most of the detected cases are asymptotic and isolated.

Municipal Corporation Greater Mumbai bulletin with latest COVID-19 update

In Mumbai itself, 16,000-odd tests have been conducted in government and private laboratories.

Also Read: Coronavirus India update: State-wise total number of confirmed cases

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