India’s tally of COVID-19 cases rose to 1,09,63,394 with 13,193 new infections being reported in a day, while the recoveries have surged to 1,06,67,741, according to Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday. The deaths increased to 1,56,111 with 97 daily new fatalities, the data showed.
As per the Health Ministry, 98,46,523 vaccine doses were given through 2,10,809 sessions till Thursday evening.
The civic authorities in Mumbai on Thursday clamped down with fresh safety measures as Covid numbers in the state and the city remained in an upward trajectory for a week, logging over 5000 cases on Thursday. Mumbai reported 736 cases.
Citizens flouting rules for home isolation, weddings, and public gatherings will be prosecuted, said an order from Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal. In two districts of the state — Amravati and Yavatmal, restrictions were put in place. Amravati has been placed under lockdown over the weekend, from Saturday evening to Monday.
The Mumbai civic body said 300 marshals will be appointed to take action against passengers traveling without masks in suburban railways. The aim will be to catch 25,000 offenders every day. Citizens flouting rules for home isolation, weddings, and public gatherings will be prosecuted, the civic body said.