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COVID-19 in Mumbai: 90 per cent new cases are in high-rises
Updated On: 20 February, 2021 07:17 AM IST | Mumbai | Prajakta Kasale
As cases gradually rise again in city and state, experts say vaccinating areas that see more cases will be key in arresting spread all over

People seen passing by the skywalk at Akurli road, Kandivli, not wearing their masks properly. Pics/Satej Shinde
Even as the BMC tries to figure out what exactly is leading to the sudden surge in fresh cases across the city, data reveals that more than 90 per cent of cases reported in the last 10 days are from high-rises. But, these are not concentrated in one place, unlike in the past. Hence, most people will not face restrictions in movement even if the civic body seals buildings.
Also, the corporation is going slow on taking stringent actions and is emphasising more on awareness as the situation is still under control.
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