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Covid Claims Two More Lives in MMR; Maharashtra Death Toll at 17
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) reported two more Covid-related deaths on Wednesday, raising the regional toll to seven. Health authorities confirmed that both victims had serious pre-existing conditions. Mumbai added 32 new Covid cases on Wednesday, raising its total to 535 since the mid-May resurgence.
One of the deceased was a 76-year-old cancer patient from Dombivli who died during treatment. The second victim, a Navi Mumbai resident, suffered from diabetes, hypertension, and a history of stroke, and passed away on June 2.
Meanwhile, Kolhapur reported another fatality on June 3, a 76-year-old patient, bringing Maharashtra’s Covid-linked death toll to 17 since cases began rising in mid-May. All reported fatalities so far have involved individuals with comorbidities.
According to the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC), the Dombivli patient had tested positive after being admitted to a private hospital on May 28. Of the 13 confirmed Covid cases reported under KDMC, three have died, seven have recovered, one remains hospitalized, and two are in home isolation.
Authorities are urging households with vulnerable residents to remain vigilant and adhere to Covid safety protocols. “The majority of severe cases involve the elderly or those with chronic illnesses,” a senior health official said.
The recent spike in Covid-19 cases across Maharashtra, particularly in Mumbai and adjoining areas, marks the most significant increase since early 2023. The surge began around mid-May 2025, prompting health officials to revive containment strategies. While the symptoms in most current cases remain mild, the virus appears to pose a continued risk to senior citizens and those with existing health issues such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension.
In the early years of the pandemic, Maharashtra was among the worst-hit states in India, reporting the highest number of cases and fatalities. Although widespread vaccination and public awareness have helped curb severe infections, health experts caution against complacency, particularly with the emergence of new sub-variants.
