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People throng markets 'as if there's no pandemic'

While it is fifth in total number of active cases, and has the lowest doubling rate in city, Mulund's growth rate has BMC concerned

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A crowded Chindi Market near Neelam Nagar on Monday. Pics/Rajesh Gupta

A crowded Chindi Market near Neelam Nagar on Monday. Pics/Rajesh Gupta

The BMC has managed to bring the COVID-19 outbreak in Mumbai under control, but officials remain concerned about T ward - Mulund - where the growth rate of cases is highest. When businesses were allowed to resume after months of lockdown, the civic body had laid down strict rules asking the people to maintain a safe physical distance and wear masks, but Mulund residents have thrown caution to the wind.

Shoppers are seen at RRT Road on Monday
Shoppers are seen at RRT Road on Monday

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