State’s active cases now below 3.50 lakh
With the third extension of Maharashtra’s lockdown-like restrictions ending on June 1, State Health Minister Rajesh Tope hinted that COVID-19 curbs in districts reporting a significant decline in cases could be eased.
Mr. Tope said restrictions could be lifted in a phased manner next month if the case positivity rate drops below 10%, and 50% of beds in the State are vacant. “A decision will be taken after a review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray,” Mr. Tope said.
29,177 more recoveries
The State on Sunday saw 29,177 more patients being discharged as opposed to 26,672 new COVID-19 cases. The State’s active case tally has now dipped to 3,48,395.