Uttar Pradesh coronavirus tally jumps to 431

Volunteers wearing protective suits sprays disinfectant outside a housing society, to curb the spread of coronavirus, during the nationwide lockdown, in Noida. (Credit: PTI)

The number of COVID-19 cases in Uttar Pradesh jumped to 431 with 21 people testing positive for coronavirus in the state in the past 24 hours.

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According to the official sources, the number of affected districts in the state has risen to 41 on Friday from 37 a few days back.

The highest number of cases was reported from Agra followed by Noida and Meerut. Agra reported 89 cases so far. Four people have died from COVID-19, according to official figures from the ministry.

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Meanwhile, the state government tightened restrictions in the localities sealed on Wednesday. Drones were being used to ensure that people remained indoors.

The government also imposed a ban on the movement of vehicles from morning to evening.

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