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Last Update: March 21, 2023, 2:59 pm IST
On Monday, 128 new cases of coronavirus were registered in Maharashtra. (File photo: Reuters)
Gorhe pointed to a recent statement made by former state COVID-19 task force chairman Dr Sanjay Oak about making masks mandatory in the state.
Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairperson Neelam Gore on Tuesday said that the state Health Minister Tanaji Sawant should issue a statement regarding the current situation in the state. corona virus and use of masks.
Gorhe pointed to a recent statement made by Dr. Sanjay Oak, former state COVID-19 task force chairman, about making masks mandatory in the state.
“The State Health Minister should make a statement in the Legislative Council regarding the use of masks. Dr. Oak has already issued a statement asking people to wear masks.
He said that the House needs to know the present status of coronavirus, its seriousness and precautions to be taken to avoid its spread.
Maharashtra had recorded 128 new cases of coronavirus on Monday, taking the tally of infections to 81,39,865, including 1,48,428 casualties. There are currently 1,364 active cases in the state.
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