With a 10 per cent jump in recovered patients in the past week in Navi Mumbai, the number of recoveries was more than that of new COVID-19 cases in the same period for the first time. While the civic body has increased its testing by six times, cases are also increasing at a steady pace.

The city's efforts seem to be bearing fruit with the recovery rate improving to 77 per cent. "This is the result of consistent efforts of each and every person in the NMMC. Also, the participation of residents has been significant," said a civic official.