Mumbai: COVID-19 cases in India are rising, with Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Haryana reporting new infections. On June 3, Maharashtra recorded 86 new cases, increasing the total to 959. Of these, 435 patients have recovered, while 510 are actively being treated. Additionally, the state has seen four new deaths, bringing the total fatalities since January 2025 to 14. The cities with the most new cases include Mumbai (26), Pune (24), Thane (9), and Navi Mumbai (6).
As of June 4, India has 4,302 active COVID-19 cases, with 3,281 patients discharged. Maharashtra reported 86 new cases and two additional deaths, raising its total fatalities to 14 since January 2025. The recent deaths occurred in Chandrapur and Miraj, predominantly affecting individuals with pre-existing health conditions. Mumbai, the city with the highest case count, recorded 509 cases since January, while most active cases have been mild.
On June 3, Maharashtra had conducted 12,880 tests, with 959 positives and 435 recoveries, leaving 510 active cases. City-wise breakdown for new cases on Tuesday includes: Mumbai (26), Thane Municipal Corporation (9), Navi Mumbai (6), Kalyan-Dombivli (1), among others. The COVID-19 case counts for recent months illustrate an escalation: January (1), February (1), March (0), April (4), and May (503). Health officials urge vigilance, especially among those with comorbidities according to reports.
Gujarat reported 108 new cases and one death in the same timeframe, raising active infections to 461, with 20 hospitalised and 441 in home isolation. The state's cases are linked to the Omicron LF.7.9 and XFG Recombinant sub-variant, known for causing mild symptoms. Meanwhile, Haryana documented 16 new cases, primarily in Gurugram and Faridabad, increasing active cases to 51, with no hospitalisations reported. Haryana's health minister emphasized the importance of public caution for maintaining safety. The overall situation shows a consistent uptick in COVID-19 cases across these states, reflecting trends of case spikes every six to eight months.
Nationally, as of now, India reports 4,026 active cases, with Kerala leading in numbers, followed by Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Delhi. The overall death toll since January stands at 37, with five recent deaths recorded. The surge in active cases is notable, up from 257 on May 22 to 4,026 on June 4, indicating a significant rise in infections.
