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Dharavi: Second COVID-19 case confirmed after BMC sanitization worker tests positive

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: April 2, 2020 12:44 IST

After the death of the 56-year-old patient who tested positive for the virus second COVID-19 case confirmed in Dharavi, ...

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After the death of the 56-year-old patient who tested positive for the virus second COVID-19 case confirmed in Dharavi, Mumbai. A 52-year-old BMC sanitization worker has been found positive for the virus, he resides in the Worli area but was posted at Dharavi for cleaning, confirmed an Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation official.

The 52-year-old man who tested positive had developed symptoms and was advised by BMC officials to get treatment. His condition is stable. His family members & 23 colleagues have been advised to quarantine, said Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation official.

Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope said , "so far the virus seemed to be classist but now it is being seen among the masses as well. It is a matter of concern once the virus reaches a congested place such as Dharavi."

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