Mutations found in Maharashtra samples, says Uddhav Thackeray

Administration on a war footing to make oxygen available at medical facilities, says Maharashtra Chief Minister

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday said mutations of the novel coronavirus had been found in a number of samples and the administration was on a war footing to make oxygen available at medical facilities across the State. “Several samples have revealed mutations of the virus. The rate of infection is much higher than last year, with many among the younger generation now getting infected. Reining in the contagion will be even more challenging this year and all restrictions announced by the government must be strictly enforced as a result,” said the Chief Minister, following a video conference with all Divisional Commissioners, Collectors, Municipal and Police Commissioners. He urged all doctors at the district level to adhere to the norms laid out by the State task force on the changed treatment modalities in tackling the fresh surge, especially the rational use of oxygen.