Maharashtra recorded 122 COVID-19-related deaths on Wednesday, the highest so far, and with 2,560 new cases, the total number of infections in the state rose to 74,860. Of the newly recorded casualties, 52 were from the city, where the BMC is gearing up to tackle other infectious diseases, too, owing to the cyclone and the upcoming monsoon season.

BMC officials said citizens should watch out for any fever, joint pains, chills, rash, diarrhoea and sore throat over the next seven to 10 days in anticipation of monsoon-related diseases like dengue, malaria and leptospirosis. It has made it mandatory for people to wear masks outdoors even during the phased easing of lockdown restrictions.