In an attempt to contain the spread of COVID-19 in the state, the Maharashtra Government has extended the existing lockdown till May 31. This decision was taken by a cabinet meeting of ministers on Wednesday.
The other significant decision taken in the meeting was the temporarily suspension of vaccination drive of age group 18-44. The shortages in supply of vaccines is the key reason for this decision.
- "There is a dearth of vaccines, hence we're considering holding off vaccination drive temporarily for the 18-44 age group. 2.75 lakh vaccine doses are left for this age group that'll now be used for 45 years and above group. Administering the second dose is a priority" said Rajesh Tope.
On Wednesday, the state reported a slight increase following recent dips with 46,781 new cases, around 6,000 more than on Tuesday. The state also reported 816 fatalities. The active cases in Maharashtra stands over at 5,46,000.
🚨Strict restrictions under #BreakTheChain extended till 1st June 2021🚨 pic.twitter.com/QxEmW77ZlV
— CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) May 13, 2021
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